We are offering a legal support position within our law firm in Galston to someone who has experience across a range of areas in law. Initially the role will be for 1-2 dpw in our small but busy practice in Galston. Our office covers a variety of areas of law including Litigation, Wills/Estates, Family, some Criminal, Conveyancing, Disputes, Debt Recovery, etc.
The ideal candidate will be articulate, have a keen eye for detail, be well organized and a good manager of their own time. Excellent communication and letter writing skills are important. This person needs to be punctual and self-sufficient in order to meet deadlines We need someone that can work independently as well as a part of a busy team.
Experience with legal practice software such as LEAP as well as a good working knowledge of MS Office systems is preferred.
The duties would include:
- General administrative assistance - answering phones & diary management & client liaison
- Processing incoming emails and assigning to Leap
- Preparation of briefs and court documents
- Digital dictation, typing/amending correspondence and other documents
- Entering timesheets and producing bills
- Day to day legal support or administrative tasks as required
For the right candidate we can be flexible. If you feel this is something worth exploring please email your resume to attention of Office Manager .