Litgiation Secretary

Litigation Secretary

Location: Southport

Full-time | Office-based

My client is currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Litigation Secretary to join a well-established legal practice in Southport.

This is a full-time, office-based position offering the opportunity to work within a professional and supportive legal environment. The successful candidate will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the Litigation department.

Key Responsibilities

* Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Litigation fee earners
* Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal correspondence, court documents, witness statements, and other legal documentation
* Managing diaries, arranging appointments, and coordinating meetings
* Handling incoming and outgoing telephone calls, emails, and correspondence professionally
* Opening, maintaining, and closing client files in line with firm procedures
* Managing electronic and paper filing systems and ensuring files are accurate and up to date
* Preparing court bundles and supporting the organisation of case documentation
* Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, experts and other third parties
* Assisting with the preparation and submission of legal forms and documentation
* Monitoring key dates, deadlines, and appointments
* Supporting fee earners with case management and general administrative duties
* Undertaking audio and copy typing as required
* Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Litigation Secretary or Legal Assistant
* Experience supporting fee earners within a Litigation or Dispute Resolution department
* Strong audio and copy typing skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong organisational and time-management skills
* The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively to deadlines
* A professional and client-focused approach
* Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
* The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Litigation Secretary seeking a busy and varied role within an established legal practice.

For further information or to apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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