Job description
Legal Secretary - Matrimonial
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy law form working in the matrimonial/family law team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the team, with previous experience in matrimonial law essential.
Key responsibilities:
- Providing day-to-day secretarial support to solicitors in the team.
- Preparing and formatting legal correspondence and documentation.
- Managing diaries, appointments and client meetings.
- Opening and maintaining client files and ensuring records are kept up to date.
- Handling client and third-party telephone enquiries professionally.
- Assisting with court documentation, bundles and filing deadlines.
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Liaising with courts, barristers and other legal professionals.
Key requirements:
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a matrimonial/family law team.
- Good knowledge of matrimonial matters and associated legal terminology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
- Professional, confidential and client-focused approach.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
Salary:
£28,000-£35,000
For further information on this job contact Suzanne Lowry (suzanne.lowry@vanrath.com) for a confidential chat, or apply via the link today.
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