Legal Assistant

Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant

Child Care Public Law Team | Walsall | Full-Time | Competitive Salary DOE

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in people's lives?

A respected and well-established law firm in the Walsall area is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretarial Assistant to join its busy Child Care Public Law Department. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive team that provides vital legal services to families and children involved in care proceedings.

The Role

Working closely with solicitors and legal professionals, you will play a key role in supporting a varied caseload and ensuring clients receive a professional and compassionate service throughout their legal journey.

Key responsibilities include:

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• Managing urgent correspondence and court documentation
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• Preparing and submitting Legal Aid applications and administration via CCMS
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• Electronic diary and case management
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• Liaising with experts, social workers, psychologists, and other professionals
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• Compiling and managing electronic court bundles using software such as Bundledocs
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• Opening new files and carrying out conflict checks
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• Preparing files for billing and closure
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• Scanning, filing, and maintaining accurate case records
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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience within a Child Care/Public Law or Family Law environment (minimum 1 year preferred)

Strong typing and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail

Experience of legal aid applications and billing processes

Knowledge of care proceedings, court processes, and bundle preparation

A compassionate and empathetic approach when dealing with vulnerable clients

Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

A positive, team-focused attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional client service

What's on Offer?

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• Join a highly regarded and growing legal practice
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• Meaningful work supporting vulnerable children and families
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• Friendly and collaborative team environment
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• Opportunities for professional development
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• Competitive salary dependent on experience
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• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
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If you're a motivated legal support professional looking for a rewarding role within Child Care Public Law, we'd love to hear from you.