Legal Assistant

7 days ago


St Albans, United Kingdom Law Staff Ltd Full time

Legal Secretary - Legal Assistant Our client is looking for a skilled Legal Secretary – Legal Assistant to join their reputable Private Client team. Our distinguished Client offer a generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell, a health cash plan, death in service cover plus lots more. You'll provide essential secretarial and administrative support to at least two Fee Earners, all while ensuring exceptional service for clients. Requirements of the Legal Assistant Have experience in a Private Client Department or relevant legal qualifications Secretarial experience in a Law Firm Strong communication skills Fast and accurate typing, and the ability to multitask, prioritise, and stay calm under pressure The Firm Our client is a distinguished law firm, ranked in the Top 500 and holding numerous prestigious accreditations in recognition of their exceptional legal advice. With a rich history spanning two centuries, they have cultivated a strong and respected presence as a premier law firm in the Hertfordshire and London regions. Committed to progress, they are continually evolving and have a dedicated team of over 100 professionals. Legal Assistant – What will be expected of you – a brief overview Follow the Team Leader's (TL) guidance to take client instructions and move cases forward. This includes tasks like drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney, and handling Estate and Trust administration. Make sure all work sent to clients and others is properly prepared according to the firm's standards and the TL's instructions. Keep track of an assigned caseload to make sure everything is organised, files are managed well, and time‑recording and accounting are done properly. Bill matters on time, keep a proper level of work‑in‑progress, and collect and pay disbursements according to professional rules. Ensure all client money is accounted for and transfer funds to the office account when necessary. Open and close client files, including performing online money laundering checks. Keep track of Lawyers' diaries and schedule appointments. Assist with typing tasks for fee earners. Benefits Health cash plan Generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell Pension options Death in service cover Firmwide bonus scheme Employee assistance programme For a more detailed job description for this Legal Assistant role please contact Mia quoting reference 37094. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 #J-18808-Ljbffr



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