Job Description
Legal Officer
Lewisham
Contract
£17.78 per hour
Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Officer
This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs.
1.
Under supervision and direction of the Senior Lawyer assist in a range of legal duties as required by the Senior Lawyer including interviewing witnesses and preparation of witness statements and other evidential material; assistance with, preparation and defence of proceedings in the Magistrates, Family Proceedings, Youth Justice, County and High Courts; co-ordinating the attendance of witnesses, Counsel and others in Court; representing the Council at hearings of minor or straightforward cases, directions appointments and applications; service of notices or proceedings as required; preparation of documents and liaising with parties in respect of lease extensions, collective enfranchisement and right to buy matters; assistance with straightforward property transactions; assistance with straightforward contract and procurement matters; preparation of bundles and contract documentation.
2.
To carry particular responsibility under supervision for more straightforward cases which involves legal work of less complexity.
3.
Undertake legal research and assist more senior staff within Legal Services in respect of more complex transactions.
4.
Provide all necessary support to staff within Legal Services as required.
5.
Operate computerised case management and case progression systems, and input relevant data including time recording as required, adhering to current procedures for the scanning, storage and maintenance of all file records
7.
Maintain awareness of relevant legal and procedural developments.
8.
Produce performance monitoring reports, collate and produce financial and other information and carry out such statistical recording and reporting as maybe required.
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The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients
are an equal opportunities employer
