Overview
Hegarty & Co. Solicitors is a respected, family-run legal firm with over 40 years of experience based in the heart of Waterford City. Hegarty & Co. Solicitors recently incorporated Kim Long & Co. Solicitors in 2022 and currently operate as a well-established team of three solicitors.
Why Join Hegarty & Co. Solicitors?
* A community-oriented, supportive practice dedicated to delivering efficient, client-focused legal services.
* Accessible location with free parking in front of the office between 09:30 and 16:30, and all-day parking at the rear.
* Friendly, approachable work environment anchored by a team led by Principal Solicitor Ellen Hegarty, with long-standing continuity and care.
Hegarty Solicitors practice areas involved:
* Conveyancing: residential and commercial property transactions - working with developers and first-time buyers alike.
* Family Law: handling sensitive matters thoughtfully; encouraging early settlement where possible.
* Litigation: engaging in civil disputes for private, business, and corporate clients.
* Wills & Probate/Enduring Powers of Attorney: preparing wills, administering estates, and managing lasting power documentation.
* Additional services: commercial restructuring, licensing matters, landlord/tenant disputes, employment law, debt collection, and surrogacy matters.
About the role
As a Trainee Solicitor, you\'ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of legal areas, including:
* Assisting in property transactions for both residential and commercial clients.
* Supporting family law proceedings and client mediation.
* Conducting preparatory work in litigation and estate planning.
* Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
* Liaising with clients and providing strong case-management coordination.
Your skills and qualifications
* Law degree (LLB or equivalent) with FE1 exams completed or in progress.
* Excellent communication, drafting, organisational, and research skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with strong initiative.
* Empathetic and client-oriented, with a keen sense of ethical professionalism.
What Hegarty & Co. Solicitors offer
* Structured mentorship under experienced solicitors in a nurturing, tight-knit firm.
* Exposure to diverse legal areas, with depth and breadth - ideal for a rounded foundation.
* Transparent and supportive workplace culture, with practical, real-world learning.
* Convenient Waterford city location with thoughtful client and staff amenities.
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