By in Jobs, Matrimonial / Family / Children | 2 days ago
WBW Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in the South West, with offices based in Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Exeter, Bovey Tracey, Launceston, Exmouth, Sidmouth & Honiton. With clearly defined divisions catering for business and private clients, our teams are able to offer the very best legal advice through a full range of legal services, across a wide range of areas and commercial sectors. We reward our hard-working staff with flexibility, competitive salaries with a generous holiday plan and a fantastic benefits package.
The role:
WBW Solicitors has a rare opportunity for an experienced solicitor to join our family team based in Launceston. We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced person to join our busy family department to provide exceptional client care, to work as part of a team and to provide advice on a wide range of family law matters to include: divorce, civil partnership, separation, cohabitee issues, family finance and children matters. A knowledge of the legal aid system would also be desirable.
Experience:
The successful candidate will need to be able to manage large workloads effectively and be productive under pressure. You should be well experienced in family matters providing legal support across a range of family law matters, be personable, articulate and enjoy working both in an individual role and as an integral part of the team. Previous experience with case management systems would be an advantage. Excellent knowledge and evidence of understanding family law will be crucial at interview stages.
Quality:
To make sure that quality standards are understood and adhered to at all times. To promote a high quality of service and to maintain file administration, carry out reviews as directed and comply with the firm’s quality standards policies and procedures outlined in the firm’s Practice Manual. To adhere to the firm’s Equality and Diversity Policy at all times.
Profitability:
To achiev...
By in Jobs, Residential Conveyancing / Gen. Non Contentious | 4 days ago
Due to a pending retirement, we are seeking a residential property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive with at least 5 years PQE, to work as part of our strong team in our Bridgwater office. You will need experience of managing your own caseload to include new builds, freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, from instruction through to completion. Agricultural experience would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Key skills required are familiarity with CQS accreditation and procedures, the ability to handle a full and varied caseload, excellent communication, client care and organisational skills, as well as a friendly and approachable personality to satisfy the needs of our longstanding clients and referrers.
As well as a good salary, dependant on experience, additional benefits include death in service, free on-site parking, company pension scheme, together with the possibility of some home working if desired. Full-time dedicated support is provided as well as a supportive working environment.
If you wish to apply or would like further details, please contact our Managing Partner, Stephen Forsey, at stephen.forsey@amicuslaw.co.uk
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By in Jobs, Civil Litigation & Personal Injury | 5 days ago
We have a great opportunity for a solicitor or Legal Executive to join our growing Dispute Resolution Department working within our Kingsbridge office.
Applications are encouraged from solicitors/Legal Executives of around 0-2 years PQE.
The ideal candidate will: • have experience of handling a property litigation caseload • have experience of some or all of the following areas: o commercial and residential landlord and tenant o disputes concerning easements/restrictive covenants including injunctive proceedings o boundary disputes o property damage claims o the Party Wall Act o contested leasehold renewals and enfranchisements • enjoy networking and building client relationships; • share our enthusiasm for excellent client care; and • have the enthusiasm to take an active role in the continued development of our Dispute Resolution department. Working for Bartons: • competitive, market rate salary; • excellent opportunities for career progression; • the opportunity to take a central role in the development of the firm’s property litigation offering; • a supportive working environment with importance placed on a healthy work / life balance Applicants should send a CV and covering letter to Anne Rogers at a.rogers@bartons.co.uk...
By in Jobs, Management, Administration & Secretarial | 15th September 2020
We are seeking enthusiastic client-focussed legal secretaries to work full time with our existing conveyancing teams. Based in Barnstaple in North Devon and Kingsbridge in South Devon, we strive to achieve a positive work-life balance to enable our staff to enjoy the stunning and diverse countryside and activities this location has to offer.
If you are a friendly, efficient, flexible and personable individual who has the ability to assist fees earners with their busy caseloads of residential and commercial transactions we want to hear from you. You will be able to build relationships with clients, agents and others in order to assist with moving transactions to completion whilst ensuring that client needs are met, and issues are dealt with promptly.
We are looking for someone with a solid knowledge of the residential conveyancing process, including Land Registry procedures and CQS protocol requirements. We will expect you to be comfortable working within a team and independently.
Barnstaple Role:
You will be a competent audio typist, experienced in using Microsoft Outlook, Word and the HM Land Registry portal. You will be confident taking initial enquiries from clients and assisting with urgent matters under pressure. Experience of the DPS case management system, Lender Exchange and LMS portals will be an advantage although full training will be given.
This position is a full time role working predominantly for one fee earner and assisting the other conveyancing assistants and occasionally reception as required, particularly during holidays and other staff absences.
Kingsbridge Role:
We also have a vacancy for a conveyancing assistant to assist our conveyancing team in Kingsbridge on a short term contract, either remotely from Barnstaple or in our Kingsbridge office. This role can be full or part time and may lead to a permanent position. For this role, audio typing is not essential.
If you have a great attitud...
By in Jobs, Matrimonial / Family / Children | 07th September 2020
FAMILY LAWYER required for expanding team in North Devon.
Would suit pro-active lawyer keen to make their mark by developing a Family practice within an already thriving team.
Minimum of 2yrs PQE
Either Solicitor or FCILEx
Competitive salary & bonus package
CV to julia.busfield@sleeblackwell.co.uk ...
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