Private Client Legal Assistant: Wills, Estates & Trusts

Elite Touch Group; St Albans, Potters Bar, Luton, Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm is looking for a Private Client Legal Assistant in St Albans. The role involves managing client instructions, drafting legal documents like Wills and Powers of Attorney, and ensuring files are maintained according to legal standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in private client law, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers an opportunity to join a friendly team and contribute to essential legal services.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a Private Client Department of a Law Firm is preferred.
• Secretarial experience in a Law firm is desirable.
• Knowledge, experience, and passion for private client law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Take client instructions and progress files under TL's instructions.
• Draft Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Maintain an allocated caseload and manage time recording.

Skills

Experience within a Private Client Department

Secretarial experience in a Law firm

Knowledge of private client law

Good communication skills

Computer Literacy

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant legal qualifications

Tools

Peppermint/Isokon

Job description

A reputable legal firm is looking for a Private Client Legal Assistant in St Albans. The role involves managing client instructions, drafting legal documents like Wills and Powers of Attorney, and ensuring files are maintained according to legal standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in private client law, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers an opportunity to join a friendly team and contribute to essential legal services.