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LEGAL ASSISTANT - FAMILY
WORCESTER - OFFICE BASED
£23K-£25K
ÂDouglas Scott are on the look out for an excellent and proactive and self-motivated Legal Assistant to join our leading specialist client in their Family team.
ÂThe role will be based at their Worcester officeÂ
ÂIf you are looking for an opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious, growing and energetic team, and would like to join an award-winning law led professional law firm, we would like to hear from you. This role is perfect for an experienced Legal Assistant who is looking for a new and exciting opportunity.
 Duties and responsibilities of the Assistant in Family:- Supporting the Solicitors and Partners within the team with their caseloadÂ
- Drafting notices in line with client instructions
- To register interests on Common Platform regarding criminal matters. Be familiar with Egress, CJSM and Crown Court Digital Case System
- Use of ALB Case Management System
- Attending PLO’s
- Making applications for legal aid and keeping on top of CCMS
- Making any necessary applications for payments of disbursements
- Liaising with the firms Cost Drafting Team regarding High Cost Cases
- Taking instructions from clients in person, via Teams etc
- Preparing and Drafting Position Statements
- Instructing Counsel, where necessary
- Researching and instructing other experts
- Preparing briefs to counsel or letters of instructions to experts
- Part 25 applications and letters of instruction
- Sitting behind counsel
- Observing Senior Fee Earner at court
- Compiling Bundles and ensuring they are always up to date (Electronically)
- Prior Family Assistant experience is essential
- Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal)
- Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a range of tasks
- Commitment to good customer service
- Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses
- Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets
- Willing to listen and learn
- Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed and approachable
- Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure
