We are looking for a Fee Earner to join our busy Private Client Department. This role will suit a NQ Solicitor, CILEx or experienced Paralegal.
It is essential that you have previous experience in Private Client work.
Based in our Coventry office, but travel to our other offices is essential to the role.
Due to our office locations, candidates will need to hold a full UK Driving Licence and have their own transport.
Previous experience as a fee earner in Private Client is essential as we are looking for someone who can “hit the ground running” from day one, although full training will be given on our internal systems and procedures.
Your duties will include:
1. Write Wills of various complexity using our Will building package (Arken).
2. Write Powers of Attorney and other estate planning documentation, again using the Arken package.
3. Possible face-to-face meetings with clients to take instructions.
4. Liaising with clients.
5. Manage an incoming caseload and work with those parties involved towards the successful completion of a case.
6. File creation.
7. Generation of suitable client care correspondence.
8. Completion of client questionnaires.
9. Legal research.
10. Due diligence relating to clients and cases.
11. Closing files and arranging storage of deeds.
Our generous benefits package includes 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), along with your birthday and also the 3 days between Christmas & New Year.
We value our staff with medical insurance, great quality of work, achievable fee earner targets & bonuses.
We support our staff in their training to achieve their professional goals in modern offices with easy access, free parking, and appropriate administrative support. Coupled with our good social scene, that is why the majority of our staff stay with us for years if not decades.
To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to Rob Pitchford, HR Assistant, Brindley Twist Tafft & James LLP, Lowick Gate, Siskin Drive, Coventry, CV3 4JF or email to robert.pitchford@bttj.com.
Please note –Previous candidates, whether direct or via an agency, need not apply.
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