Legal Assistant / Legal Support Executive
Location: Dublin 2 (Office Based)
Experience Required: 3-5 Years' Experience in an Irish General Practice Solicitor Firm
Salary: Competitive DOE
About the Firm
Our client is a well-established four-solicitor practice based in Dublin 2. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their team and provide comprehensive support across a broad range of legal matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with experience in a general practice environment who enjoys a varied workload and working closely with solicitors, clients and external stakeholders.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day legal and administrative support to four solicitors across a range of practice areas including conveyancing, probate, litigation, family law and general practice matters.
The role requires a highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail, strong client-facing skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing legal and administrative support to a team of four solicitors
- Drafting, formatting and preparing legal correspondence and documentation
- Managing client files from opening through to closure
- Liaising with clients, barristers, courts, financial institutions and third parties
- Diary management, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointments
- Preparing briefs and documentation for court appearances and client meetings
- Assisting with conveyancing, probate and litigation files
- Managing incoming calls, emails and client queries
- Filing, scanning and document management
- Assisting with billing, invoicing and general office administration
- Maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with Law Society requirements
Candidate Requirements
- 3-5 years' experience in a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant or Legal Support role within an Irish general practice firm
- Exposure to conveyancing, probate, litigation and/or family law matters
- Strong knowledge of legal administrative procedures and file management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and legal case management systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small, close-knit team
- Professional, flexible and client-focused approach
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a respected Dublin 2 practice
- Broad exposure across multiple areas of law
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Stable, long-term career opportunity
- Central Dublin location
- Competitive salary and benefits package
