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Legal Assistant - Private Client
Red Recruitment is looking for an experienced Private Client Legal Assistant to join our client, an award-winning multi-disciplinary law firm, to support their growing team of Solicitors.
Benefits & Package for a Legal Assistant
- Salary: Competitive, market-rate salary
- Hours: Monday - Friday, Office Hours
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Location: Totnes
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- The opportunity to take a central role in the development of the firm's dispute resolution offering
- A supportive working environment with importance placed on a healthy work/life balance
Key Responsibilities of a Legal Assistant
- Assist lawyers in preparing for trials, hearings, and meetings by gathering relevant documents and evidence.
- Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
- Maintain and organise case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
- Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Manage schedules, including appointments and court dates, ensuring timely reminders for all parties involved.
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other legal professionals as necessary to facilitate case progression.
- File documents with courts and other relevant entities in accordance with established procedures.
- Handle administrative tasks such as answering phones, managing correspondence, and maintaining office supplies.
Key Skills & Experience of a Legal Assistant
- Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficient in using legal research tools and case management software.
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is advantageous.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
If you are interested in this position as a Legal Assistant and have the relevant skills and experience required, please apply now!
Red Recruitment (Agency)
