Legal Secretary – Dispute Resolution
Job Description
Our Client, is one of the leading law firms within the South-East, they are currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Dispute Resolution team.
Key attributes, qualities and experience required:
·An experienced Legal Secretary
·Have experience working within Dispute Resolution/Litigation
·A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel would be useful but not essential
·Friendly but efficient telephone manner
·Fast accurate typing (60+ words) with attention to detail
·Ability to work as part of a team
·Flexible attitude
Key responsibilities:
·Electronic diary management, booking rooms and arranging meetings
·Using digital transcription system, Bighand, to create letters, emails and documents
·Using a case management system for client files
·Scanning in and time recording of incoming post and emails
·Maintaining orderly files - keeping filing up to date
·Prepare Court/Counsel bundles as required
·Photocopying of documents
·Handling incoming telephone calls in an efficient and courteous manner
·Dealing with queries where possible and passing on in a timely manner