Legal Secretary - Litigation

Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary
Leeds City Centre
£26,000
Hybrid working.
8.45am-5pm

Your new role
Hays is a leading law firm specialising in litigation and conveying. They pride themselves on their commitment to excellence and dedication to providing top-notch legal services to their clients. The team is dynamic, supportive, and driven by a passion for justice.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our litigation team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to our attorneys, ensuring the smooth operation of our legal practice.Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Manage and organise case files, both electronic and physical.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Maintain attorney calendars and track important deadlines.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist with billing and timekeeping.
• Perform general administrative duties such as filing, copying, and answering phones.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in a litigation setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools and ideally have experience in Big Hand Digital dictation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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