Legal Secretary

Castle Group Ventures, LLC; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

My client is an award-winning, full-service law firm with an impeccable reputation. They provide a comprehensive range of legal advice to both businesses and individuals. They are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their successful team in Brighton.

The main purpose of the role is to provide legal & administrative support to fee-earners within the Sussex Family Team and assist members of the Family Team in the day-to-day running of cases.

Responsibilities:

1. Participate and contribute to the Family Team and the Dispute Resolution group to ensure an effective working environment, supporting Associates and Partners on more complex matters as appropriate.
2. Provide administrative support to the Sussex team in general, including audio typing, filing, and secretarial duties.
3. Take calls from new clients and arrange for them to meet with a more senior fee earner for initial consultations.
4. Work as part of the Dispute Resolution (Family) Group dealing with, but not limited to, divorce; matrimonial arbitration/mediation; pre-nuptial agreements; custody agreements; wills & trusts disputes, etc.
5. Draft documents, reports & correspondence as dictated by Associates & Partners.
6. Attend meetings as requested by Associates & Partners with subsequent drafting of minutes.
7. Attend court as requested by Associates & Partners and provide associated support work as required.
8. Maintain accurate data on the case manager.
9. Be responsible for the delivery of the service to the client, ensuring that the highest standards of client care are maintained so that clients use DMHS again and recommend the firm to others.
10. Assist in the monthly generation of bills.

The ideal candidate will have some previous experience of litigation and/or Family work as well as some knowledge of general family-related legislation and relevant case law. You will be able to effectively manage your time to achieve client and internal deadlines and to communicate effectively with clients, in writing, over the telephone, and in meetings.

Whilst we would love to be able to respond to every application we receive, it is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 7 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.