Legal Secretary
Department: Legal Support (Private Clients)
With a legacy of legal excellence, our forward-thinking client has been a cornerstone of legal expertise and unwavering commitment to the local community. Established within the industry, they have grown and evolved to become a trusted name in the legal profession, serving clients with dedication and integrity.
Specialisations: General Law, Conveyancing, Probate, and Family Law.
As a legal secretary, your primary role is to offer secretarial and administrative assistance to lawyers, legal executives, or other fee earners within the firm.
General Responsibilities:
Maintaining Records - Keep all records and case files up to date and organised and file documents appropriately.
Document Preparation - Type up legal documents such as contracts, legal correspondence, and court forms, ensure documents are formatted correctly and free of errors.
Communication - Answer phone calls promptly and professionally, relay messages accurately to the relevant parties. Draft and respond to routine correspondence.
Diary Management - Organise and manage the diaries of lawyers and legal executives. Schedule appointments and meetings. Ensure all necessary materials and information are prepared for upcoming engagements.
Court Preparation - Prepare and file court forms and other legal documents, attend court sessions as required, providing support to the legal team.
Legal Research - Conduct legal research using appropriate resources, summarise findings and present them to the relevant lawyer or legal executive.
Client Appointments - Schedule and confirm appointments with clients, prepare meeting agendas and necessary documentation for client meetings.
Additional Skills and Attributes:
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in using legal software and office applications.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Discretion and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.