Legal Secretary

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our busy and friendly Litigation Team, based in Dublin 2.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Managing a high volume, fast moving workload
• Assisting the Litigation team with administration function
• Taking instructions from clients
• Liaising with clients
• Assisting with preparation of briefs
• Drafting letters
• Dealing with incoming telephone calls from Solicitors and clients
• Ensuring safe and efficient handling of confidential data

Key Qualities

• The ideal candidate should have experience working in a law firm
• Calm, professional and approachable manner
• Excellent administration skills which demonstrate an eye for detail and an ability to organise, manage and prioritise work within the team
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as being a strong team player with a desire to learn
• Strong IT Skills including competency in Word, Excel, Outlook, experience of case management systems (Keyhouse is an advantage) and excellent numeracy skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

With over thirty five years in business, Lavelle Partners LLP have developed an unparalleled reputation for achieving results for commercial and private clients. Our award winning team, based in Dublin 2, provide quality legal services in a number of specialist legal sectors, including Corporate & Commercial, Employment, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property and private Litigation.

While providing legal services is our focus, it is how we deliver them that sets us apart. Our goal is to provide practical legal advice in a straightforward, uncomplicated manner, to deliver on the promises we make to our clients.

Note: Please do not apply if you have already sat or plan to sit the FE1's.