We are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our client in Cowbridge. . The successful candidate will provide direct support in a very busy Conveyancing department.
Duties will include:-
To provide legal assistance to Property Solicitors and clients.
Preparing quotes, liaising with potential clients and assisting with queries, through to successful instruction.
Dealing with the Land Registry, Mortgage Lenders and other relevant parties
To assist the Property Solicitors in the management of their caseload by undertaking legal procedures as supervised by the Solicitor.
To assist the team with file related queries ensuring client service levels and client standards are always adhered to.
To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Solicitor.
To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary.
Making applications to Land Registry.
Updating the case management system/
Requesting appropriate searches
Preparing files and closing and archiving.
What are we looking for?
A Legal Assistant with 2 years + experience in Property
The ability to work under pressure and enjoy being part of a fast paced and busy team
Computer literacy and use of a Case Management system
Use of initiative
Excellent telephone manner