Legal Assistant - Wills, Trusts and Probate

at  Brethertons Solicitors

At Brethertons, it is the people that matter the most. We have a really strong set of values that we all demonstrate, we have a collaborative and cohesive culture, with a results driven customer centric delivery of legal services that we are proud of. We have created a streamlined organisation, we aim to foster an environment of choice with clear career development paths, a focus on learning and development and a highly supportive structure.

This is an entry level role for a graduate or experienced Legal Secretary. This is a non-fee earning role that provides a high level of administrative support and assistance to Solicitors in the team. The overall objective of the role is to ensure that delegated duties are completed and returned to the appropriate team member within a timely, efficient and accurate manner. Core tasks relating to the role include:-

• Customer and Matter Inception - including file opening and closing
• ID Verification Checks
• Assisting with initial stages of matter progression
• Ensuring file hygiene in accordance with compliance requirements
• Dealing with the organisation and storage of original documents
• Drafting standard letters to clients
• Post Scanning and allocation