Family Legal Secretary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Legal Secretary / Paralegal to join a well-established legal firm based in Bridport, known for its professional and supportive working environment.As a Family Legal Secretary / Paralegal, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to fee earners, assisting with paralegal tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of case management within the family department. This full-time role offers a minimum salary of £25,000 and benefits.You will be responsible for:Offering administrative support to fee earners, including file maintenance and preparation of legal documents.Assisting in the preparation of bundles for Court, Counsel, and experts.Handling client enquiries and maintaining comprehensive client files.Arranging attendance at conferences, hearings, and other relevant events.Managing the firm s archiving process.Ensuring adherence to internal file opening and closing procedures, both electronically and manually.What we are looking for:Previously worked as a Family Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant or in a similar role.Prior experience in a family law setting.Skilled in Microsoft Office with strong IT, telephone, and communication skills.Strong proof-reading skills with attention to accuracy and consistency.Excellent organisational skills.This is a great opportunity for a Family Legal Secretary to join a supportive and dynamic team, providing vital services within the ..... full job details .....