Our client is a modern, dynamic law firm with a nationwide presence and offices across the UK. They provide expert legal support across a broad range of practice areas, serving families, individuals, and businesses. Their services include: Wills & Probate, Litigation, Residential Conveyancing, Immigration, Family Law, Public Law & Legal Aid, Commercial Property.
Their Private Client Department specialises in wills, probate, estate planning & administration, and lasting powers of attorney (LPA).
They are looking to recruit a Commercial Property Paralegal to support with the following. This role can be based in any of their offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol, Walsall and Preston.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Care & File Management:
o Advise, assist, and represent clients both on the telephone and in person while maintaining high standards of client care.
o Manage and organise client files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and accurate
Legal Support
o Draft legal documents such as wills, probate applications, lasting powers of attorney and other legal documents.
o Prepare attendance notes, documents, and deeds from dictation completed by Fee Earners.
Admin Duties
o Handle general file administration and organisation both electronically and paper based.
o Liaise with clients, external organisations, and colleagues.
o Prepare bills and manage financial records.
o Provide general administrative office support
Compliance
o Ensure compliance with professional standards and regulations.
o Follow all internal policies and procedures.
Skills and Attributes:
* Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
* Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Proficiency in using IT systems and legal software, experience of LEAP an advantage.
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* A positive can do attitude and problem solving skills
Additional Duties:
* Attend and participate in departmental and firm-wide meetings.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law
* Engage in continuous professional development.