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Legal Assistant Private client

Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Cheadle, Cheshire SK8 1HX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Legal Assistant in the Private Client Department involves assisting with a caseload of Probate files, including Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
  • The position requires a Law Degree and offers a salary based on the National Minimum Wage, which may increase after a year depending on performance.
  • Candidates will eventually build the skills to manage their own caseload under the supervision of the Managing Partner.
  • Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Solicitorsā€™ Accounts Rules, practicing good file management, and maintaining client service standards.
  • The role also involves liaising with clients, attending meetings, and performing administrative duties to support the office's efficient operation.

Job Description

Role: Legal Assistant Private Client

Main Responsibilities:

  • To assist the Private Client Department on a caseload of Probate files including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and general Probate matters
  • To eventually build up skills and knowledge to be able to run and manage a caseload of Probate files under the strict supervision of the Managing Partner
  • To ensure that all cases are dealt with in compliance with Solicitorsā€™ Accounts Rules and Law Society Practice Management Standards
  • To practice good file management and ensure that cases are handled in accordance with client service standards
  • Ensure all important dates are diarised
  • Keep up to date with all correspondence relating to files
  • Liaise with clients
  • Attend on Clients in meetings and take initial instructions
  • Undertake any administrative duties required
  • Comply with Law practices and procedures

Other Responsibilities:

  • To assist with efficient running of the office generally

Law Degree required

SALARY NMW INCREASING AFTER A YEAR DEPENTENT OF PERFORMANCE

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reedā€™s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reedā€™s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.