Upright Morris Solicitors (formerly Upright Solicitors) is a multi-disciplinary law firm representing clients across Criminal Law, Motoring Law, Family Law, Civil Disputes and Personal Injury matters. The firm is committed to delivering clear, practical legal advice and robust representation for individuals and families. Team members work closely with clients to understand their circumstances and protect their rights at every stage of the legal process. The working environment is collaborative and professional, with a focus on high standards of client care and ethical practice. Joining Upright Morris Solicitors means contributing to accessible, high-quality legal services in the local community.
We have our Head Office in Market Street, Leek which would be your main base of work but you may be asked to travel to our new office in Cannock from time to time.
Role requirements:-
Reception duties
- Aswering the telephone in a professional manner, ensuring all calls are answered promptly and directed to the correct department / fee earner
- Greeting all clients in a professional and welcoming manner, creating a memorable first and last impression of our company
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Taking payments for Private paying clients
- Offering refreshments to waiting clients
Legal Secretary duties
- Provide administrative support to the Civil department
- Familiarity with computer packages such as Microsoft Office (Word / Excel)
- Monitoring emails and directing them to the correct department
- Booking / amending appointments for clients
- Handling incoming / outgoing mail – making sure the outgoing mail has been sent before 5pm
- Opening client files in LEAP for the Civil department
- Creating Bundles for Court
- Instructing medical experts for further medical opinion
- Photocopying / scanning legal documents
- High level of attention to detail and be able to manage own workload
- Typing skills including audio typing would be an advantage
- Legal experience would be an advantage but not essential as full training would be given.
Your working hours will be Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with an hour for lunch. We would consider part time. This is a permanent post.
Your salary would be £23,500 - £25,500 dependent on experience
Annual leave – 28 days (including bank holidays)
Driving licence would be required as you may be asked to travel to our Cannock office from time to time.
Unfortunately we cannot support a sponsor for a visa, you must be eligible to work in the UK.
If you are interested in this role and joining Upright Morris Solicitors, please apply either via Linked In or send your CV as a PDF to Heather Minton, Practice Manager ()
Closing date: 30 June 2026
