Legal Executive/legal Secretary

Carol McGuinness Solicitors are located in the city centre close to Fitzwilliam Square and are currently seeking a dedicated and organised full time or part time Family Law Legal Executive/Legal Secretary to join the practice. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about law to grow and thrive quickly in a small, specialised practice.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to a sole practitioner in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Manage and organise legal documents, including drafting correspondence.
• Dictation typing.
• Schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings with counsel.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and other law offices on behalf of the solicitor.
• Maintain and update case files and databases.
• Assist in case preparation of Booklets of Pleading and Booklet of Vouching.
• Photocopying.
• Assist in billing and invoicing processes.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a legal executive/ legal secretary, preferably in family law.
• Proficiency in legal document preparation and court procedures in family law.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of attention to detail in reviewing documents and correspondence.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using a case management system.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures in family law.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their up-to-date CV, accompanied by a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and expressing their interest in the role, to: carol@cmcgsolicitors.ie