Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job title:

Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Company

Law Staff Legal Recruitment

Job description

Job Title: Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Location: Wiltshire
Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: Negotiable (Dependent on Experience)About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our client’s team. The successful candidate will assist a fee earner in managing a varied caseload, ensuring the highest level of client care and service.Key Responsibilities:
– Assist the fee earner with day-to-day tasks related to private client matters.
– Manage and organize client files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible.
– Draft and prepare legal documents, correspondence, and other materials as required.
– Conduct legal research to support ongoing cases.
– Liaise with clients, both in person and over the phone, providing updates and answering queries.
– Arrange and manage appointments, meetings, and other engagements for the fee earner.
– Assist with the administration of estates, including obtaining grants of probate and letters of administration.
– Prepare and process wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
– Handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.Requirements:
– Previous experience as a legal assistant or paralegal within a private client department.
– Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
– Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
– Proficiency in using legal research tools and Microsoft Office applications.
– Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.
– A proactive and self-motivated approach to work.
– Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
– Professional demeanour and a commitment to providing excellent client service.Vacancy Reference Number: 36708PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made

Expected salary

Location

Swindon

Job date

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 08:33:33 GMT

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