Legal Assistant – Private Client

Established in 2014 we are one of the fastest growing high street law firms in the South West with offices in Bridgwater, Bristol, Frome, Keynsham and Shepton Mallet.

Our expansion is a reflection of our strong performance, our continuing focus on strategic planning and our commitment to providing an excellent service to all clients and more importantly investing in our people. We can only do what we do, to the standard we strive for, by attracting, developing and retaining talented staff – people who are knowledgeable, capable and who share our values. We want our staff to feel engaged and valued.

Following the growth of our business we are now looking to recruit an experience Legal Assistant to join our Private Client team who can support and help to grow the business.

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Job Purpose

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced legal assistant who has a passion for Private Client work.

The successful applicant will have recent knowledge and experience within a Private Client Department, assisting on a varied caseload of Wills, Probates, LPA’s and Estate Administration.

Practical experience handling client enquiries face to face and via telephone and email is essential as well as being confident and articulate.

The ideal candidate will be studying for Membership of the Institute of Legal Executives, have working knowledge of case management systems and be able to demonstrate a commitment to personal development.

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Responsibilities and Duties

· To assist Fee Earners in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures and dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone

· To complete tasks competently and within defined timescales including taking dictations and typing

· Liaising with clients and other contacts, dealing with queries, taking instructions and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary

· Maximise the firm's potential to cross - sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities

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Requirements

· Robust approach to relationships and interactions with colleagues

· Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and adhere to critical deadlines

· IT literate and have good keyboard skills – Microsoft Office is essential.

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Professional Development

Here at Lyons Bowe we offer all of our employees the opportunity to grow and develop with the firm. As a Legal Assistant within the Private Client team, once you have completed your 6-month probationary period, you will be given the opportunity to study for the CLC Level 4 Diploma in Probate Law and Practice qualification, all fully funded by the firm and through our training partner, LTC Kent.

Once you have completed your CLC Level 4 Diploma in Probate Law and Practice qualification you will be given the opportunity to progress to the next level, the CLC Level 6 Diploma in Probate Law and Practice, and at this time will be promoted to Trainee Conveyancer and move to a fee earning position in the firm. The Level 6 course takes approximately 2 years to complete and once passed, you will become a Newly Qualified Licenced Probate Practitioner.

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Other Routes to Qualification

CILEx

The CILEx CPQ route consists of 3 separate qualifications:

· Foundation Paralegal – 18 months

· Advanced Paralegal – 18 months

· Professional – 12 months

With CILEx you have the flexibility to study to become a Chartered Legal Executive whilst also working towards your career goals and offers you the opportunity to develop legal skills and knowledge in a variety of different areas.

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Why Lyons Bowe

· 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

· Annual Lyons Bowe Bank Holiday

· Either onsite parking or parking permits provided

· Discounted legal services

· Free flu jab

· Free eye test

· Have your birthday off!

· Flexible working arrangements where possible

· Access to free mental health services

· Family friendly approach

· Healthy work-life balance

· Extensive training and development opportunities for all employees

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