Litigation Legal Secretary

Recruiter
First People Recruitment Limited
Location
Chichester
Salary
23000.00 GBP Annual
Posted
20 Oct 2020
Closes
10 Nov 2020
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

LITIGATION SECRETARY


Full-time permanent, Chichester

Based in central Chichester this prominent and successful law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to join their highly reputable and experienced Litigation team.

A background in Personal Injury is preferred but not essential as is the use of the Proclaim Case Management system. You will also have outstanding audio secretarial skills, a keen eye for detail in administration as well as a strong desire to offer the very best client service.

Key Responsibilities (not exhaustive)

  • Liaising with experts, counsel, witnesses and the court
  • To prepare correspondence and documents through audio and copy typing
  • Use of accounting and time recording software
  • Checking documents for accuracy
  • Costing of files for the purpose of cost update letters and billing
  • Taking telephone messages
  • Making appointments, managing diaries and seeing to the reasonable requirements of clients
  • Use of photocopier, scanner and fax machine where necessary
  • To prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch
  • To ensure the confidentiality and security of all documentation to comply with the new GDPR regulations

Skills and Qualifications

  • Good academic record
  • Secretarial experience in Litigation is essential
  • Use of the Proclaim Case Management system would be an advantage.
  • Experience of PI Portals an advantage

A highly competitive salary is on offer depending on experience.

For more information please call either Sophie on

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