Legal Executive

Nixon McQuade; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixon McQuade in Dublin 1 is seeking an experienced Legal Executive to support a busy general practice with a focus on Litigation and Probate. You will manage files from inception to completion and liaise with clients and solicitors.

The role offers a varied workload in a supportive environment, with opportunities to develop experience across Irish law and contribute to the firm’s ongoing success.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing own files and caseload.
• Experience in a busy Irish law firm environment.
• Organised, proactive and able to handle competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with a varied caseload across Litigation and Probate.
• Manage files from inception to completion.
• Conduct legal research and prepare relevant documents.
• Liaise with clients, solicitors and third parties.
• Support court and litigation-related matters.
• Assist with probate and estate administration.

Skills

Caseload management

Legal research

Client liaison

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you an experienced Legal Executive looking for your next opportunity within a busy and well-established general practice law firm?

I’m currently recruiting on behalf of a busy general practice firm based in Dublin 1, who are looking to add an experienced Legal Executive to their team.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide support across a varied general practice caseload, with particular emphasis on Litigation and Probate matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Executive who enjoys a varied workload and wants to develop its experience within a busy, supportive legal environment.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Assisting solicitors with a varied caseload
• Managing files from inception through to completion
• Conducting legal research and preparing relevant documentation
• Liaising with clients, solicitors and third parties
• Assisting with court and litigation-related matters
• Supporting probate and estate administration matters
• Managing deadlines and maintaining accurate case files
• Providing general administrative and legal support to the wider team

The Ideal Candidate

The firm is particularly interested in candidates who have experience in:

Managing their own files and caseload

Working within a busy Irish law firm environment

The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, detail-oriented and comfortable managing competing priorities.