Peter Edwards Law is an award-winning practice specialising in mental capacity and mental health law. We are recruiting for a legal secretary to join our Court of Protection department. Based in Hoylake on the Wirral, we represent clients in North and mid Wales. We are seeking a determined and enthusiastic candidate who can provide cost-effective administration support to senior fee earners in the department. We welcome candidates who are already working as a legal secretary or law graduates who have a passion for pursuing a career in this area.
Responsibilities
* Fast and accurate audio typing, accurate production of correspondence and documents using digital dictation.
* Able to produce a high standard of work often to tight deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy with excellent attention to detail.
* File opening, closure and archiving.
* Speaking to clients, experts, hospitals and courts on telephone and taking detailed yet concise messages and assisting when appropriate.
* Managing fee earners diaries, updating key dates and appointments.
* Accurate completion of time recording.
* Maintaining careful checks that all deadlines are met.
* Photocopying, scanning, printing, filing and other general admin tasks.
* Ability to set priorities and adjust to changing demands.
Qualifications
* Previous experience working in a firm of solicitors.
* Previous legal experience in mental health law is desirable
* Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and a desire to work in this area
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Tact and resilience
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Competent in the use of Information Technology
Location: Hoylake, Wirral. Employment type: Full-time. Seniority level: Entry level. Job function: Legal. Industry: Law Practice.
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