Legal Secretary - Court of Protection

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join my clients award winning team in their West Kirby offices. This role is suited to experienced legal secretaries and recent law graduates who have a passion for pursuing a career within Court of Protection and Mental Health Law. Skills, Knowledge and Experience: • Previous experience working in a firm of solicitors. • Previous legal experience in mental health law is desirable • Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and a desire to work in this area • Strong organisational and communication skills • Tact and resilience • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Competent in the use of Information Technology Key Tasks & Responsibilities: • Fast and accurate audio typing, accurate production of correspondence and documents using digital dictation. • Able to produce a high standard of work often to tight deadlines whilst maintain accuracy with excellent attention to detail. • File opening, closure and archiving. • Speaking to clients, experts, hospitals and courts on telephone and taking detailed yet concise messages and assisting when appropriate. • Managing fee earners diaries, updating key dates and appointments. • Accurate completion of time recording. • Maintaining careful checks that all deadlines are met. • Photocopying, scanning, printing, filing and other general admin tasks. • Ability to prioritise and cope with changing demands. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Location: West Kirby, Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, GB

Posted Date: 7/8/2025