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Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Are you a Paralegal / Legal Assistant with experience in Private Client work who is looking for your next career move?

Would you like to work for a local solicitor where you can grow your legal skills?

The role involves supporting a Solicitor in the Private Client (Wills & Probate Department) by acting as the primary contact for clients, managing diaries, and handling administrative and office tasks to ensure efficient caseload management.

Responsibilities:

General administration tasks such as opening new client files, sending out client care letters, filing, photocopying and management of the Solicitor’s appointment diary and the booking of meeting rooms.

• Communicating with clients and third parties by telephone, email, and letter.
• Dealing with all types of Private Client work: Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection work, Probate, Trusts and Estate Planning.
• Dealing with enquiries received and researching where necessary to supply responses, liaising with third parties including clients.
• Keeping up to date with training and relevant changes in law.

Requirements:

• Willingness to learn on the job and advance their skill set.
• Experience working in a law firm in a similar role – a legal background is essential.
• Experience in Private Client work is essential.
• Strong IT skills and proficient in Microsoft Office, time management, and attention to detail are essential.
• Organisational skills – ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple tasks.
• Confidentiality – maintaining discretion when handling sensitive client information.
• Professional and approachable.

Please apply today with your CV for this exciting role

7 hours ago