About us
Smart Law Solicitors are a forward thinking, multi law service practice with our Head Office based in Huddersfield and another office opening soon in Manchester. We are a law practice that aims to provide a quality service to clients by ensuring that we offer a traditional personal service with a modern approach. We are currently seeking to recruit a full-time Legal Assistant to join our Huddersfield office. The successful applicant must have the ability of working cohesively within a team, as well as being able to work with minimum supervision.
Smart Law Solicitors are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our legal team. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative support to our solicitors and to assist them on case matters.
Responsibilities:
* Assist Solicitors in preparing legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, contracts, and agreements
* Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
* Organize and maintain legal files and documents in accordance with the firm's office procedures.
* Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings
* Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal matters
* Prepare correspondence and draft legal documents
* Assist with case preparation, including organizing exhibits and coordinating with all parties relevant to the matter.
* Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, filing documents
* To undertake fee earning work in Property, Immigration, Civil matters, Wills & Probate
* To ensure that all work is undertaken in accoradance with the office practice & procedures
* To manage own caseload with mixture of files in the different areas as stated
* To undertake the work in the files using the firm's case management software, ensuring all correspondence and documents are saved in accordance with the firm's practice and procedures.
* To become familiar with the areas of law being practiced and the updates on each area.
* To become familiar with the SRA Code of Conduct and Solicitors Accounts Rules.
* To be able to take instructions from client on new matters and open the file in accordance with the office practice and procedures.
* To be able to work under pressure and have the ability to prioritise work.
* To be able to take instructions to complete tasks delegated by supervising solicitor.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role
* Strong analytical and research skills to analyze legal issues and gather relevant information
* Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines
* Proficient in using legal software and databases for research and document management
* Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documents
* Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with clients and colleagues
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
* Client care service-oriented mindset to provide support to clients in a professional manner
Excellent client care skills
* Communication and IT skills and the ability to work on online portals
* Professional, willing and proactive attitude towards work
* Enthusiastic, friendly and able to work own their own as well as part of a team with minimum supervision
* Undertake training as and when required to ensure that matters are dealt with competently
* This role would be ideal for someone who has completed the Legal Practice Course and is seeking a Training Contract which may be considered after a period of successful performance.
* The role would also suit someone who is seeking to qualify as a solicitor by undertaking the Solicitors Qualifying Exam.
* The role would also suit someone who wishes to remain as a Legal Assistant with long term prospects with the firm.
Please note that all positions at our company are done via Work Trial/Experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Experience:
* Legal Secretary: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person