Paralegal - Private Client (Central London)

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We are seeking to recruit a paralegal to assist solicitors in our Private Client department at our Central London office.

Overview of key responsibilities

The role will consist of assisting fee earners with case preparation, file and document management, processing evidence, dealing with initial enquiries from members of the public, assisting with billing, attending court and conferences. Liaising with the department’s PA and providing additional support to the Legal Secretary within the department as required.

Assisting fee earners with case work
Dealing with telephone enquiries
Undertaking some legal research
Client contact
Assisting with the preparation of bundles of documents for Court of protection.
Assisting with drafting probate forms, wills, lasting powers of attorney and trust deeds.
General administration and providing financial and billing assistance.
Electronic filing

skills/knowledge requirements

Good legal experience and qualifications
Knowledge of private client law are desirable
Strong administrative and organisational skills are essential for the post
You will also need to:
be highly motivated, proactive, self-servicing
have excellent communication skills
have a flexible and professional attitude
have the ability to work on confidential matters and under pressure, together with a keen eye for detail
be able to work well within a team and be able to take responsibility for individual work.

Equal Opportunities and Diversity

Bindmans LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and our wider profession. Applications from candidates who are BME, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background are particularly encouraged.

How to apply

Please view the role’s job description and person specification in the downloadable files.

If you are interested in applying please complete the recruitment pack. Completed recruitment packs should be emailed to recruitment@bindmans.com, quoting the vacancy reference number.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.

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