The primary purpose of the role of a Trainee Solicitor at Wolferstans is to support our lawyers with their caseload while developing the knowledge, understanding and confidence needed to grow professionally. You will assist in delivering an exceptional legal experience to our clients, provide valuable support to our lawyers and build the competence required to qualify as a Solicitor.
Primary responsibilities
* Conducting client interviews
* Conduct legal research and gather evidence
* Assess legal problems and advise clients
* Obtain information from relevant experts
* Prepare strategy for client case
* Prepare correspondence and replies to enquiries
* Make applications and draft/negotiate documents
Client Care
* Provide exceptional legal experience to our clients through tailoring correspondence to client needs considering their personal circumstances and particular vulnerability.
* Identifying and taking reasonable steps to meet the service needs of all clients.
* Identifying possible courses of action and their consequences, assisting clients in reaching a decision.
* Managing clients' expectations regarding options, the range of possible outcomes, risks and timescales.
Communication
* Draft letters and internal notes using the most appropriate method and style of communication for the situation and recipient.
* Reporting to clients and others via telephone or in attendance at in person meetings.
* Use clear, succinct and accurate language avoiding unnecessary technical terms.
* Imparting any difficult or unwelcome news clearly and sensitively.
* Maintaining empathy and confidentiality throughout.
Team Work
* Communicate and work effectively with team members
* Understanding of individual skillset, delegating tasks when appropriate
* Acknowledging and engaging with others' expertise when appropriate
* Keeping colleagues informed of progress of work, including any risks or problems
* Being clear about expectations
Personal Development
* Continue to develop and progress with legal career addressing technical and legal skills including
o Interviewing and advising
o Legal research
o Negotiation
o Drafting
o Advocacy
* Maintain training and development log addressing continued self-appraisal
Personal specifications
You will have a strong academic background having obtained either:
* Law degree and completed the Legal Practice Course or
* Law degree or similar degree and having the necessary academic qualification to commence the SQE route to professional qualification.
You will have excellent:
* Communication and client care skills
* Time management skills and ability to prioritise effectively
* Attention to detail
You will be able to:
* Deal sensitively and appropriately with confidential information
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with team members, the firms' employees and partners
* Work well under pressure within stipulated timescales and meet deadlines
You will be:
* Proud of a professional and positive work attitude with the ability to embrace change
* Willing to attend courses and webinars to increase knowledge and understanding
* Committed and able to provide a confident and positive input, taking responsibility and ownership for the success of the firm and your own development
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