Charltons Solicitors, a busy practice based in Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, are seeking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary/Legal Executive to join their team.
Duties include:
1. Assisting two Senior Family Law Solicitors with other team members of the family law department. Answering telephones and dealing with client queries.
2. Opening and maintaining client files, to include photocopying, scanning and all filing (paper and electronically).
3. Closing client files when completed.
4. Monitoring, distribution and filing of emails.
5. Scanning and distribution of post.
6. Creating and editing correspondence.
7. Creating and editing legal documents (for court including Affidavits, Motions, Vouching and pleadings) under supervision.
8. Preparing Briefs for Counsel.
9. Meeting and greeting clients.
10. Attending Court office to file documents.
11. Accompanying Partner to court if required.
12. Banking, post office and registered post.
13. Other ad hoc duties that may arise.
Requirements:
1. The candidate should have a positive, helpful, cheerful and can-do attitude.
2. Be able to blend well with existing team.
3. A good fit for us is essential.
4. Strong MS Office and computer skills.
5. Experience with Legal Evolve (Documatics) Case Management would be helpful but not essential.
6. Excellent telephone manner with good communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to work under pressure, use own initiative and work within a team.
8. Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
9. Strong attention to detail.
This position is full time but shorter hours would be considered for a suitable candidate.
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