I am working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded law firm that is looking to appoint a dedicated Private Client Legal Assistant to join their respected Private Client department. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous legal support experience who is looking to build a long-term career in private client law within a professional and friendly team.

THE ROLE:

The successful candidate will provide key administrative and legal support to the private client team, assisting fee earners with a caseload that includes wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, powers of attorney, and Court of Protection matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting and preparing legal documents and correspondence
• Assisting with the preparation of wills and lasting powers of attorney
• Supporting the probate process, including collecting information on assets and liabilities
• Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, and other stakeholders
• File opening, compliance checks, and general administrative support
• Diary management, document production, and accurate record-keeping