We are working with Bolton Council to find a Legal Assistant on a temporary basis.
Location: Bolton Town Hall.
Job Type: Full-time. Hybrid, 3 days a week in office
Hourly rate: £12.66 per hour.
Length of role: Initial 2 months
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to provide essential support within our Legal Services Division. The ideal candidate will be working within family law and be adept at providing case support to solicitors.
Day to Day of the role:
- Draft and prepare legal documents such as summonses, applications, chronologies, briefs to Counsel, and court bundles.
- Provide legal and administrative support to solicitors, including preparing and issuing proceedings, setting up computerised files, and arranging service of documents.
- Attend meetings, case conferences, reviews, and hearings as directed, taking notes.
- Advise the public, representatives, Council Members, and other officers on matters within the postholder's area of responsibility.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Familiarity with case management systems is highly beneficial.
- Effective communication skills to present information verbally and in writing.
- Ability to draft and prepare documentation accurately for legal and court cases.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in administrative support using a range of IT software, including case management systems.
If you are interested, or have any questions, please let me know.