At a Glance
- Tasks: Support solicitors with legal documents, research, and client communication.
- Company: Well-established law firm in Derry with a supportive local team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, varied caseload, and standard office hours with early finishes on Fridays.
- Other info: Perfect for those based in Derry/North West looking for growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a respected firm and kickstart your legal career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in legal support roles and strong document drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Derry Nixon McQuade are working with a well-established law firm based in Derry who may be keen to speak with experienced legal support professionals for an office-based role. This would suit someone based in Derry / the North West who has experience as a Paralegal, Legal Associate or Legal Executive and is interested in joining a busy local practice.
The Role
- Supporting solicitors across a range of legal matters, with duties likely to include:
- Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence
- Carrying out legal research and file preparation
- Liaising with clients, solicitors, courts and third parties
- Managing case files and keeping records up to date
- Providing wider administrative support to the legal team
The Person
- Previous experience in a legal support, paralegal or legal assistant role
- Strong document drafting and administration skills
- Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
- Confidence dealing with clients and managing competing priorities
- A preference for an office-based role in Derry / the North West
Whats on offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Opportunity to join a long-established Derry law firm
- Exposure to a varied caseload across personal injury, medical negligence, family, conveyancing, wills and probate
- Office-based role with a supportive local team
- Standard office hours, with an earlier finish on Fridays
This could be a strong opportunity for someone looking to join a respected local firm and develop their legal career in a busy practice environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Law Clerk in Londonderry
Document Drafting
Legal Research
File Preparation
Client Liaison
Case File Management
Record Keeping
Administrative Support
