Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers is pleased to present an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join a busy and well-established Litigation Department at a respected regional law firm in Crewkerne.
This is a part-time, office-based role offering real variety, genuine development opportunities, and the chance to become an integral part of a friendly and professional team.
About the Client
Our client is a long-standing regional law firm serving businesses and individuals across Devon and Somerset. They are committed to their people's growth, offering a genuinely collegiate working environment where development and progression are actively encouraged.
About the Role
You will support a team of ten fee earners across a broad spectrum of civil litigation work, from first instruction through to final outcome. This is a part-time role of 16–20 hours per week, with core hours of 9:30am to 1pm across four to five mornings. Occasional travel between offices may be required.
Litigation Assistant Responsibilities
- Supporting fee earners with high-quality client service and efficient case management
- Opening and closing files, managing documents and collating bundles
- Assisting with client onboarding, engagement letters and risk and compliance tasks
- Monitoring court timetables, scheduling hearings and mediations, and coordinating with barristers and expert witnesses
- Acting as a point of contact for clients and third parties on routine matters and enquiries
- Conducting basic legal and corporate research using resources such as LexisNexis or Westlaw
- Assisting with time recording, processing invoices and preparing billing records
- Providing general administrative support to the litigation team as required
- Travelling between offices if required
Litigation Assistant Requirements
- Genuine interest in a career in law - previous legal experience is helpful but not essential
- Strong people skills with the ability to support clients through a stressful process
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on accuracy and professionalism
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
- Motivated to deliver high-quality service and develop professionally
Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Travel allowance
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Birthday leave and Christmas Eve off
- Pension scheme
- Cashback health scheme
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a motivated and personable individual with a genuine enthusiasm for law and a desire to build their career within a supportive litigation team. Whether you have previous legal experience or are looking to make your first steps into the legal sector, what matters most is a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellent client service.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers:
📱 01392 642518
📨 sophia@avocetlegal.co.uk