Paralegal (Dispute Resolution) at Harneys Legal Shared Services Limited

jobs.jerseyeveningpost.com-job boards; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide support to lawyers, manage documents, and ensure case deadlines are met. Responsibilities include assisting with drafting legal documents, filing at court, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting lawyers as needed, providing seamless support.
• Drafting court documents; proof-reading documents.
• Undertaking legal research and Court bundle preparation.
• Filing documents at court.
• Creating, editing, amending and storing of correspondence and documents in the appropriate electronic matter file.
• Keeping track of case deadlines.
• Organizing diaries, scheduling meetings, and responding to queries.
• Liaising with Clients as appropriate.

Job description

• Assisting lawyers as needed, providing seamless support
• Drafting court documents; proof-reading documents
• Undertaking legal research and Court bundle preparation
• Assisting with drafting legal advice
• Filing documents at court
• Making all necessary filings with internal and external bodies
• Creating, editing, amending and storing of correspondence and documents in the appropriate electronic matter file
• Keeping track of case deadlines
• Organizing diaries, scheduling meetings, and responding to queries
• Liaising with Clients as appropriate and in accordance with a fee earner's instructions and firm policies
• Taking responsibility for a wide range of tasks/projects as required by the partners/lawyers in the group.