Legal Secretary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal practice, offering a wide range of legal services to individuals and businesses alike.

As a Legal Secretary, you will provide secretarial and administrative assistance to solicitors within the Public Family team, helping to manage legal documentation, case files and client correspondence.

This is a full-time office-based role offering a salary range of £23,000 - £29,000 and benefits.



You will be responsible for:

? Providing day-to-day secretarial and administrative support to solicitors within the Public Family department.
? Audio and copy typing legal documents, reports and correspondence.
? Preparing legal documentation, including Legal Aid applications, Part 25 applications and attendance notes.
? Supporting Legal Aid billing and cost recovery activities.
? Compiling court bundles and maintaining accurate case documentation.
? Opening and updating client files in line with Lexcel, GDPR and anti-money laundering requirements.
? Handling telephone calls, correspondence, diaries, appointments and court deadlines.


What we are looking for

? Previous experience in a Legal secretarial role, or in a similar role .
? Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute, with strong document production skills.
? Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and case management systems.
? Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.


Shift:

? Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm


Candidates from the following backgrounds will be considered:

? Family Legal Secretary, Family Law Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal clerk or in a similar role.


This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and professional Legal Secretary to advance their career within a respected firm.

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