Litigation Legal Assistant

  • Job Reference: BH-37174
  • Date Posted: 29 April 2025
  • Recruiter: Law Staff
  • Location: Shaw
  • Salary: £24,000 to £30,000
  • Sector: Civil litigation
  • Personnel Type: Legal Secretary
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Job Description

Position Title: Legal Support Assistant (Litigation)
Location: Newbury
Salary: 24000+
Reference: BH-37174
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent

About The Firm:
My client is an established and reputable Legal 500 law firm known for excellence and professionalism. With a strong presence in the region, they are seeking a dedicated Legal Support Assistant to enhance their litigation team's capabilities and client service.

Position Overview:
We are currently recruiting a Legal Support Assistant to join a busy Litigation team based in Newbury. The ideal candidate will support solicitors by efficiently managing administrative tasks and assisting with litigation-related activities. Previous experience as a legal secretary or support assistant in litigation is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Accurately setting up new case files based on solicitor instructions.
  • Preparing bundles for court trials and hearings.
  • Managing client communications and providing updates on case progression.
  • Digital dictation transcription.
  • Conducting relevant legal research.
  • Maintaining and updating document management systems accurately.
  • Coordinating diaries and providing general administrative support to the team.
  • Liaising with barristers, courts, and third parties to arrange meetings or follow up on court orders.
Requirements:
  • Ideally 2+ years' administrative experience in a legal litigation environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and build strong professional relationships.
The Benefits & How to Apply:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Flexible Leave Policy (Holiday).
  • Pension, life assurance, medical health cash plan.
  • Discount portal with Virtual GP and wellbeing tools.
  • Supportive and professional work environment.
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Shabir Jiza
Contact Email: shabir.jiza@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone: 01954 208083

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