Legal PA - Dispute Resolution
3 days ago
City of London
AJ Chambers have a great role for a Legal Secretary to join a busy Litigation team within a top Law Firm in Central London. Main duties will include but not limited to: • Prepare, format, and amend legal documents and correspondence (e.g., claim forms, witness statements, court bundles)., • Manage fee earners’ diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings and court dates., • Open and close files, ensuring compliance with firm and regulatory procedures., • Conduct Land Registry and Companies House searches and prepare simple reports., • Draft routine correspondence and assist with court form submissions and applications., • Manage billing processes including preparing invoices, timesheet entries, and liaising with accounts., • Liaise with clients, counsel, court staff, and third parties professionally via phone, email, and in person., • Ensure file management compliance including archiving, document storage, and file reviews., • Handle administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, filing, and post distribution., • Support with case preparation including bundling and pagination of legal documents for hearings and trials. Skills and Experience Required: Essential: • Previous experience as a legal secretary in property litigation or general litigation., • Strong working knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document formats., • Excellent typing and audio transcription skills (60+ wpm)., • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) and legal case management systems., • High level of attention to detail and strong organisational skills., • Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure., • Professional telephone manner and client service skills., • Experience supporting multiple fee earners., • Knowledge of electronic court filing systems (e.g., CE-File)., • Familiarity with billing software (e.g., Elite, SOS, or similar systems). Personal Qualities: • Proactive and self-motivated., • Calm and composed under pressure., • Team player with a flexible, can-do attitude., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Client-focused with a commitment to delivering a high-quality service. Qualifications: • Legal Secretarial Diploma or equivalent experience preferred. The role will offer a competitive salary and hybrid working For further information please contact Ella Britton