Disputes Legal PA

Award-winning media and commercial law firm based in Central London is recruiting a highly organised Disputes Legal PA to be a key member of their busy practice.

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• Salary to £45,000
• 09:30-17:30 working hours and hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
• Great employee benefits offer including 25 days annual leave, pension, private medical insurance, season ticket loan, and more!

We are on the lookout for Legal PAs with a strong background in Disputes / Employment and who are familiar with legal bundling etc.  This will be a busy and varied role supporting a team of 8-9 fee earners at different levels of seniority, some highly self-sufficient and others requiring a more hands-on approach. 

Disputes Legal PA Key Responsibilities:

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• Prepare engagement letters, AML documentation, and open files
• Compile bundles and prepare court documents for trial
• Complete legal forms under fee earner instruction
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and send reminders
• Make travel arrangements for fee-earners (in the UK and abroad) and prepare detailed travel itineraries
• Handle audio/copy typing and amend legal documents as needed
• Draft bills, billing letters, and liaise with Accounts on payments
• Support business development for the Reputation Protection team, including client research, scheduling, event coordination, and liaison with internal/external stakeholders

Disputes Legal PA Skills & Requirements:

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• Previous experience in a similar role supporting Disputes / Employment teams within a law firm
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Big Hand (digital dictation) and FileSite (document management system or be familiar with using another DMS)
• Previous experience managing key clients in a business development context