Litigation Support Specialist - Admin & Documentation

Confidential; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential requires an experienced Legal Assistant to support our Litigation team with high‑quality administrative and legal support, ensuring client matters progress efficiently and professionally.

You will manage and progress client matters, organise and archive files, prepare correspondence and documents, and handle diaries, billing, and court paperwork while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience as Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar in Litigation.
• Solid understanding of legal terminology and litigation processes.
• Excellent administrative and organisational abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional, client‑facing communication.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Proficient IT skills, including MS Office; experience with a case management system is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to Fee Earners within the Litigation team
• Manage and progress client matters accurately and efficiently using the firm's case management system
• Open, organise, maintain and archive legal files and supporting documentation
• Assist with the preparation and organisation of legal correspondence and documentation
• Prepare letters and other client correspondence using audio typing, word processing and digital dictation
• Manage Fee Earners' diaries, including arranging client appointments, meetings and other commitments
• Deal professionally and efficiently with incoming telephone calls, client enquiries and third-party communications
• Monitor and manage incoming emails, post, photocopying and general administrative tasks
• Prepare court documentation, including electronic bundles and other documents required for hearings
• Assist with the preparation of client bills and maintain accurate account ledgers
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with internal procedures, professional standards and regulatory requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and security of all client and firm information
• Provide support to other Legal Assistants, Fee Earners and the wider management team when required

Skills

Legal terminology

Litigation knowledge

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Workload prioritisation

Independence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management system

Audio typing

Job description

Confidential requires an experienced Legal Assistant to support our Litigation team with high‑quality administrative and legal support, ensuring client matters progress efficiently and professionally.

You will manage and progress client matters, organise and archive files, prepare correspondence and documents, and handle diaries, billing, and court paperwork while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance.