Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Private Client
County Durham
£19,000 - £21,000

Legal Assistant

Ref: 1173| Posted: 2nd Dec 2024

Eventus Legal are seeking a Legal Assistant to join a Private Client team in Darlington. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team who strive to deliver excellent client care. The Legal Assistant role is a permanent, full-time position based in Darlington and offers excellent progression prospects. 

Role responsibilities

The incoming Legal Assistant will deal exclusively in Private Client matters whilst specifically assisting the head of Wills and Probate department. Some of the daily duties will include:

  • Typing dictations and utilising a case management system to produce documents including forms, letters, attendance notes, applications etc.
  • Scanning documents
  • Liaising with clients and other professionals
  • Preparing court bundles
  • Maintenance of files
  • General administration

Person specification

Applications are sought from both Legal Assistants, Administrators and Legal Secretaries with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. The successful candidate will have the ability to be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the business. You must have good organisational skills and have the ability to work as part of a small team and to complete tasks independently. You must have prior experience in a legal role and ideally some experience in private client, although those with experience in other disciplines are encouraged to apply, providing there is a client contact element to your work. 

Accurate typing and strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Case Management Software experience is essential.  

Benefits and Rewards

You will be joining an incredibly supportive and successful firm with a well-regarded reputation for its Private Client team. A competitive salary, easily accessible location and progression opportunities are on offer for the right candidate, should you be looking to progress. The firm is 5 minutes walk from Darlington station and has parking nearby. There are excellent progression prospects with this role. 

About the Company

The Legal Assistant will be joining an incredibly supportive and successful firm located in centrally located offices and close to all transport links. The firm operates as a close-knit team and are highly regarded in the local legal market.

Next Steps

If you are interested in learning more about this Legal Assistant role, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or contact 0113 418 2494 for a confidential discussion.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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