Overview
Our client is an established law firm recognised and trusted for providing a range of quality legal services, for which ‘client satisfaction’ is paramount. They are now seeking a Legal Assistant to join their growing team.
Salary: £25.3k with a view to increase after 1 year
The Role
1. To assist the Private Client Department on a caseload of Probate files including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and general Probate matters
2. To eventually build up skills and knowledge to be able to run and manage a caseload of Probate files under the strict supervision of the Managing Partner
3. To ensure that all cases are dealt with in compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and Law Society Practice Management Standards
4. To practice good file management and ensure that cases are handled in accordance with client service standards
5. Ensure all important dates are diarised
6. Keep up to date with all correspondence relating to files
7. Liaise with clients
8. Attend on Clients in meetings and take initial instructions
9. Undertake any administrative duties required
10. Comply with company practices and procedures
The Person
11. LLB in Law
12. Keyboard and ICT, including use of case management systems.
13. Communication (verbal and written).
14. Common sense and initiative.
15. Organisation and team-work.
16. Ability to prioritise.
17. Honesty, integrity and confidentiality.
18. Accuracy.
19. Professional and helpful approach.
20. Willingness to adapt to change.
21. Flexibility.
22. Ability to work under pressure.
23. Confidence and enthusiasm.