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Legal Assistant

London Temporary £20 - £20 per hour View Job Description
This temporary Legal Assistant position for a Local Authority offers an opportunity to support a legal team with administrative and case management tasks. The role requires excellent organisational skills and attention to detail to ensure smooth operations in the Legal department.
  • Interim Legal Assistant required for immediate start!
  • Knowledge of civil litigation and/or housing law and practice.

About Our Client

This role sits within a local authority and focuses on delivering essential legal services. The organisation is medium-sized and committed to maintaining efficient, compliant operations.

Job Description

To undertake legal and technical tasks in connection with legal cases within an area of specialism including:

  • Interviewing clients and witnesses and drafting statements, preparing documents for courts and tribunal including applications, statements of case, draft orders and pleadings.
  • Drafting correspondence, documents, notices, orders, giving advice in writing and on the telephone and in person.
  • Representing the council in court
  • Take notes at hearings and conferences with Counsel.
  • Instructing counsel
  • Research
  • Dealing with correspondence

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Assistant should have:

  • Knowledge of the law and practice in one or more of the following areas: civil litigation and/or housing.
  • Law degree or substantial experience of working in a legal department.
  • Knowledge of legal documentation and procedures within a local authority.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What's on Offer

  • An hourly rate of £20.08.
  • A temporary position offering valuable experience within a local authority.
  • Opportunities to develop skills within a professional Legal department.
  • A supportive and structured working environment.



If this Legal Assistant role aligns with your experience and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Bridget Wilson
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6924638
Phone number
+44 207 269 2105

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Public Sector
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Bridget Wilson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2105
Job reference
JN-012026-6924638