Legal Secretary

Cygnet Law, incorporated; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Legal Secretary Assistant based in Middlesbrough. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative and clerical support, manage legal documents, and assist with court paperwork preparation. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in legal concepts are vital for collaborating effectively with solicitors and clients. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. The firm values attention to detail, ensuring efficient handling of legal cases.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in legal concepts, processes, and terminology.
• Strong skills in legal document preparation.
• Excellent clerical skills for scheduling and filing.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to legal professionals.
• Manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist in preparing legal paperwork for court proceedings.

Skills

Proficiency in legal concepts

Legal Document Preparation

Clerical Skills

Excellent Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Discretion with confidential information

Experience in legal support

Use of office and legal software

Job description

Company Description

Cygnet Law is a well-established law firm with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional legal services in Redcar, Teesside, and East Cleveland. The firm specializes in family and property law while also offering support in areas such as conveyancing, domestic violence, child protection, divorce and separation, court of protection, wills, and probate. Cygnet Law comprises a dedicated team of experienced solicitors and barristers committed to helping clients navigate legal challenges with expertise and care. The firm maintains strong community ties, working alongside local charities, businesses, and authorities to address key issues such as child safeguarding and domestic abuse. Cygnet prioritizes delivering outstanding legal service for every client, no matter the complexity of their situation.

Role Description

This is a full-time Legal Secretary Assistant based in Middlesbrough. The selected candidate will provide administrative and clerical support to legal professionals, manage legal documents and correspondence, and assist in preparing legal paperwork for court proceedings. Responsibilities will include maintaining an organized filing system, scheduling appointments, and supporting day-to-day office operations. Collaboration with solicitors and clients to ensure the efficient handling of legal cases will also be a key aspect of the role.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in legal concepts, processes, and terminology, including knowledge of Law and Legal Assistants
• Strong skills in Legal Document Preparation, with experience handling legal documentation and correspondence
• Well-developed Clerical Skills, including scheduling, filing, and general office administration
• Excellent Communication abilities for interacting with legal professionals, clients, and other stakeholders effectively
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Experience in a legal or administrative support role is highly desirable
• Proficiency in using modern office and legal software applications