Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum Location: St. Albans Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am 5.15pm COMPANY PROFILEA well-established solicitors firm based in the heart of St Albans, specialising in providing a broad range of legal services to their clients. They are committed to delivering exceptional legal expertise with a client-focused approach. Are now seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team and support the firm in delivering high-quality services for a Private Client. SKILLS REQUIRED Experience of working within a Private Client Department of Law Firm or relevant legal qualifications would be preferredMin 6 months experience as a legal assistantGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work calmly under pressureAbility to multi-task, organise and prioritise and plan RESPONSIBILITIES To provide fully effective services to clients, by progressing client files under the direction of team leader and provide secretarial and admin assistanceTaking client instructions and progressing the matter file under the team leaders instructions. This may include, drafting Wills, Powers Of Attorney and dealing with administration of Estates and TrustsEnsuring work sent to clients and related parties is correctly preparedDrafting legal statements for probate applicationsDrafting Wills and Lasting Powers of AttorneyOpening and closing client files in accordance with standard ..... full job details .....