Family Legal Secretary Job at Douglas Scott (Bristol)

Family Legal Secretary / Assistant

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Legal ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

28000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Legal Secretary experience is essential
Family Law experience is preferred
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong typing and administrative abilities
Able to thrive in a busy environment where priorities can change quickly
Professional, resilient and confident in dealing with sensitive matters
Experience using DPS and Microsoft Office 365 would be advantageous

Job Responsibility

Providing comprehensive secretarial support to a Family Law Fee Earner
Preparing legal documents and correspondence
Managing diaries, appointments and court deadlines
Liaising with clients, courts and third parties
Maintaining accurate records and case files
Supporting the smooth running of a busy caseload

What we offer

Company pension scheme
20 days annual leave plus 3 days at Christmas
Holiday entitlement increases with service up to 25 days
Friendly, supportive working environment
Long-term stability with a respected local firm

Legal Secretary

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Legal ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

28000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Legal Secretary experience is essential
Family Law experience is preferred
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong typing and administrative abilities
Able to thrive in a busy environment where priorities can change quickly
Professional, resilient and confident in dealing with sensitive matters
Experience using DPS and Microsoft Office 365 would be advantageous

Job Responsibility

Providing comprehensive secretarial support to a Family Law Fee Earner
Preparing legal documents and correspondence
Managing diaries, appointments and court deadlines
Liaising with clients, courts and third parties
Maintaining accurate records and case files
Supporting the smooth running of a busy caseload

What we offer

Company pension scheme
20 days annual leave plus 3 days at Christmas
Holiday entitlement increases with service up to 25 days
Friendly, supportive working environment
Long-term stability with a respected local firm

Legal Secretary

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Legal ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

30000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Legal Secretary experience is essential
Family Law experience is preferred
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong typing and administrative abilities
Able to thrive in a busy environment where priorities can change quickly
Professional, resilient and confident in dealing with sensitive matters
Experience using DPS and Microsoft Office 365 would be advantageous

Job Responsibility

Providing comprehensive secretarial support to a Family Law Fee Earner
Preparing legal documents and correspondence
Managing diaries, appointments and court deadlines
Liaising with clients, courts and third parties
Maintaining accurate records and case files
Supporting the smooth running of a busy caseload

What we offer

Company pension scheme
20 days annual leave plus 3 days at Christmas
Holiday entitlement increases with service up to 25 days
Friendly, supportive working environment
Long-term stability with a respected local firm

Legal Secretary

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Legal ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

29000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Legal Secretary experience is essential
Family Law experience is preferred
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong typing and administrative abilities
Able to thrive in a busy environment where priorities can change quickly
Professional, resilient and confident in dealing with sensitive matters
Experience using DPS and Microsoft Office 365 would be advantageous

Job Responsibility

Providing comprehensive secretarial support to a Family Law Fee Earner
Preparing legal documents and correspondence
Managing diaries, appointments and court deadlines
Liaising with clients, courts and third parties
Maintaining accurate records and case files
Supporting the smooth running of a busy caseload

What we offer

Company pension scheme
20 days annual leave plus 3 days at Christmas
Holiday entitlement increases with service up to 25 days
Friendly, supportive working environment
Long-term stability with a respected local firm

Legal Secretary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Secretary to join our team ...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred
4+ years of experience as a legal secretary or administrative assistant in a law firm, ideally with exposure to personal injury or litigation practice areas
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software such as Clio, Time Matters, or similar case management systems
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment handling high-volume caseloads
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a compassionate demeanor suitable for interacting with injury victims and their families
Knowledge of California court procedures, e-filing systems, and basic legal terminology is a plus
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive client information
Reliable, proactive team player with a commitment to accuracy and client satisfaction

Job Responsibility

Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate court appearances, depositions, and client meetings for multiple attorneys
Prepare, file, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements related to personal injury claims
Handle client communications via phone, email, and in-person interactions, providing updates on case progress and gathering initial intake information for accident or injury reports
Conduct basic research on case details, such as medical records, accident reports, and insurance policies, to support trial preparation
Maintain confidential client files, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm protocols for sensitive personal injury documentation
Assist with billing, expense tracking, and contingency fee calculations, while coordinating with medical providers and expert witnesses
Perform general office duties, including data entry, transcription of attorney notes, and preparation of correspondence for negotiations or settlements

What we offer

medical benefits
vision benefits
dental benefits
life insurance
disability insurance
401(k) plan

Legal Secretary

Established law firm in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary t...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience as a Legal Secretary supporting litigation attorneys, family law experience is a plus but not required
Significant court calendaring experience is required
Strong understanding of court rules, filing deadlines, and legal procedures
Experience using ProLaw for calendaring is highly preferred
Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
Ability to work on-site in San Jose

Job Responsibility

Provide litigation and administrative support to Family Law attorneys
Manage court calendaring with a high degree of accuracy, including deadlines, hearings, filings, and appearances
Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
Coordinate filings with courts and ensure compliance with applicable rules and deadlines
Maintain case files, client records, and related legal documentation
Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
Handle scheduling, email management, and other general legal secretarial duties

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Legal Secretary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a busy legal pra...

Location

United States , Mount Pleasant

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role
Background supporting one or more practice areas such as real estate, litigation, personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, or family law
Hands-on experience with e-filing, court filings, and related legal document submission processes
Strong calendar management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple deadlines and appointments accurately
Ability to prepare, proofread, and update legal documents with a high level of attention to detail
Experience handling dictation and producing accurate written correspondence or legal documentation
Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, courts, and external contacts

Job Responsibility

Record clear and accurate notes during meetings, conferences, and other legal discussions to support case and transaction follow-up
Coordinate schedules for depositions, hearings, property inspections, closings, and attorney meetings while maintaining an organized calendar
Draft, format, and revise legal correspondence, notices, and other case or transaction-related documents for attorney review
Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, court personnel, opposing counsel, and additional stakeholders regarding case activity and scheduling needs
Maintain organized physical and electronic files for matters involving pleadings, discovery materials, correspondence, and transactional records
Assist attorneys with preparation for closings, depositions, hearings, trials, and conferences by gathering materials and organizing supporting documentation
Research and collect factual information, due diligence records, title-related materials, corporate standing documents, and other supporting items needed for legal matters
Prepare exhibits, summaries, charts, and visual materials that help present case or transaction information clearly
Support routine discovery activities, including organizing responses, tracking deadlines, and managing related documentation

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
free online training

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

Location

United States , Sherman Oaks

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of recent experience supporting litigation matters in a legal secretary or legal assistant capacity (family law is a plus)
Practical knowledge of court filing procedures, including e-filing/electronic filing for state courts
Experience with litigation support tasks, including calendaring, document handling, and deadline management
Familiarity with legal software used for calendaring, billing, and document management
Strong data entry, organizational, and document formatting skills, including experience with legal forms and templates
Tech-savvy

Job Responsibility

Prepare, revise, and organize legal documents and case materials for family law matters while maintaining accuracy and completeness
Manage state court electronic filings and assist with submission tracking, deadlines, and related procedural requirements
Maintain attorney calendars, schedule case-related activities, and support billing processes using the firm's legal software tools
Enter and update case information, client details, and form data within internal systems and document platforms
Assist with client intake tasks and help ensure new matters are opened with complete and properly recorded information
Create, format, and process legal forms and templates, including work involving macros and standardized documentation
Coordinate document storage and retrieval through the firm's filing system to keep records organized and accessible
Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and legal staff while working effectively in an onsite office environment

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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