Overview
Position Objective: Work as part of the Litigation Team.
The role will primarily involve debt recovery proceedings, both secured and unsecured.
This job description is meant as a guideline to outline the key areas of responsibility related to the role of a Legal Executive within the litigation team.
The duties and expectations outlined are not exhaustive and can change from time to time.
Responsibilities
Drafting District Circuit and High Court proceedings;
Service of Proceedings;
Drafting Statutory Declarations and Affidavits of Service;
Instructing summons servers and tracing agents;
Drafting motions;
Taking instructions from clients;
Assisting the solicitors in instructing local town agents;
Briefing counsel;
Preparation of briefs;
Dealing with incoming correspondence from agents, solicitors, and defendants;
Liaising with clients over court outcome and next steps;
Drafting letters;
Contributing to departmental monthly target;
Liaising with court services;
Dealing with incoming telephone calls from agents, solicitors and defendants;
Managing a high volume, fast moving workload;
Skills and Experience
Previous repossession experience an advantage;
Previous experience in debt recovery also an advantage;
Pro-active thinker and problem solver.
Calm, professional and approachable manner.
Excellent communicator.
Can work on own initiative as well as being a strong team player.
Strong communication skills and a good phone manner.
Salary: DOE
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Legal Services
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