Legal Secretary -Property Litigation
2 days ago
Farnham
Legal Secretary – Property Litigation A respected and well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its busy Dispute Resolution & Property Litigation team based in Farnham. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities • Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the litigation team, • Formatting, proofreading, and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and court papers, • Managing and maintaining case files to ensure accuracy and compliance, • Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence with a high level of accuracy, • Diary management, arranging meetings, and coordinating appointments, • Monitoring court deadlines, filings, and key dates, • Liaising professionally with clients, counsel, courts, and third parties, • Assisting with reports, billing, invoicing, and general administration, • Maintaining strict confidentiality and handling sensitive information professionally Skills & Experience Required • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within litigation or dispute resolution, • Strong understanding of legal terminology and document procedures, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively, • Fast and accurate audio and copy typing skills, • Strong written and verbal communication abilities, • Experience managing diaries, meetings, and court schedules, • Confident using modern IT systems; experience with legal software advantageous, • Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times What’s on Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Friendly and supportive working environment, • Opportunity to work on varied and interesting litigation matters, • Exposure to high-quality legal work and experienced professionals, • Long-term career development opportunities within a growing team