Litigation Legal Assistant
hace 25 días
Bexleyheath
My client is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their busy Litigation department in Bexleyheath, Greater London. \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous legal support experience, or a Law graduate looking to develop their career, to work alongside experienced fee earners on a varied caseload while gaining exposure to a broad range of litigation matters. \n The Role \n You will provide administrative and legal support to the Litigation team, including: \n • Opening new client files and completing conflict, identification and verification checks \n • Assisting with client enquiries by telephone, email and in person \n • Managing diaries, appointments and meeting arrangements \n • Preparing attendance notes and maintaining accurate file records \n • Drafting correspondence, legal documents, applications and court bundles \n • Maintaining and updating the firm's case management system \n • Processing accounts forms relating to client monies \n • Scanning, filing and archiving documents in accordance with firm procedures \n • Supporting fee earners with the progression of litigation matters \n • Ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements \n Requirements \n • Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Administrator is advantageous \n • Law degree or equivalent legal qualification would be beneficial \n • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload \n • Strong attention to detail and accuracy \n • Excellent communication and client care skills \n • Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems \n • Proactive, reliable and eager to learn \n • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team \n What's on Offer \n • Competitive salary \n • Supportive and collaborative working environment \n • Excellent career development opportunities \n • Exposure to a varied litigation caseload \n • Opportunity to develop your legal knowledge and practical experience within a well-established law firm \n \n Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. \n Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. \n \n