Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant focuses on dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors and third parties.

What the role involves

• Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors and third parties.
• Providing regular client updates and monitoring matter progression.
• Opening and closing files on the case management system in line with AML procedures, quality standards and SRA regulations.
• Assisting with the drafting of basic correspondence, legal forms and documents under supervision.
• Preparing and submitting documents to HMCTS and the Legal Aid Agency.
• Maintaining contact lists, calendars and diaries for fee earners.

Skills and requirements

• Previous experience working as a Family Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary.
• Strong understanding of the day-to-day operations within a legal office.
• Excellent IT skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.

Confirmed role details

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Holiday bonus scheme.

Candidate fit

• legal accuracy, confidentiality, written communication, and organised case handling