Legal Secretary

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Page Personnel Finance Full time
Our client is looking for a Legal Secretary - office based

Client Details
A leading firm

Description
Preparation of paperwork and forms for dispute resolution processes, including

  • Court of Session and Sheriff Court Processes
  • Paperwork required in arbitration, mediation, and adjudication processes
Management of court and counsel papers, including

  • Preparing papers sets
  • Making up counsel's papers
  • Assisting with preparation of court bundles
  • Keeping papers updated
  • Archiving and destruction of papers on case completion
Assistance with the setting up and maintenance of systems and data resources for the administration of legal procedures including

  • Preparation of fee notes and breakdowns of fees
  • Preparation of outlay only fee notes and liaison with cashroom on management of court outlays
  • Completing cash entry forms
  • Preparation of forms for new clients/matters together with engagement terms
  • Managing all AML procedures in conjunction with fee earners
  • Creation of new matters in practice management system
  • Filing of documents in Worksite document management system
Assistance with practical management of arbitration proceedings including

  • Organising procedural hearings
  • Liaison with parties to arbitration process on practical matters
  • Preparation for and arrangements for arbitration hearings
Coordination of diaries for the Dispute Resolution team

Assist in any other administration that the department requires including post settlement matters such as management of counsel and court papers, clearing of debit/credit balances and file closure procedures

Assisting with management of caveats diary where required

Profile

Job Offer
A competitive salary and excellent benefits
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