We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our Commercial Law Team at our Sutton Weaver Office. In this role, you will work closely with our Commercial Law/Corporate Solicitor, assisting on a diverse range of client matters, including preparing and drafting correspondence with clients, updating case files and the Practice Management system, and managing a diary of meetings for the Corporate Solicitor. Further details below:
Main responsibilities
* To open new files and issue new clients with Client Care Letters, Terms and Conditions etc.
* To prepare correspondence and documents through audio typing and word processing.
* To draft documents and/or track changes in documents which have previously been drafted.
* To arrange for all copying to be carried out and if Reception are not able to do so undertake the task in person.
* To make appointments, arrange meetings and maintain an up-to-date diary for the Corporate Solicitor.
* To attend to clients both in person and on the telephone and provide support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
* To accurately prepare all invoices and completion statements for submission to the Accounts Department and sending to clients.
* To correctly record all funds that are remitted and received by completing posting slips and prepare payment requests.
* To prepare mail and enclosures for posting.
* To keep the Practice Management System and all file inlay sheets up-to-date throughout the course of the matter.
* To administer filing, including daily filing and the archiving, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the Office Manual.
* To provide support to other assistants as and when required.
* To provide guidance to Reception and temporary assistants when required.
* To undertake any specific training when required and have a responsibility towards self-development.
* To ensure confidentiality of all the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information.
* Comply with the Solicitor’s Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors or other professional body (if applicable).
* Comply with the requirements of relevant Accreditation Schemes and the protocols contained within.
Required qualifications, skills and experience
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Exceptional keen eye for detail.
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
* Excellent IT and audio typing skills.
* The ability to develop and maintain spreadsheets using software such as Microsoft Excel or similar.
* Previous experience working in a professional or legal environment is preferable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £8.60-£12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Transport links
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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