Legal Executive

Legal Executive Healthcare

Our client a leading Irish law firm based in Dublin 2 is currently looking for a Legal Executive for the Healthcare division with a strong commitment to high-quality exceptional client service.

The Role:

• Support: Assist partners and solicitors within our client\’s Healthcare department.
• Documentation: Draft motions, affidavits, Notices for Particulars, and discovery requests.
• Expert Assistance: Aid in drafting instructions to experts and creating briefs for experts and counsel.
• Coordination: Organize consultations with witnesses and experts, attend meetings, and take notes.
• Administrative: Handle photocopying, scanning, filing, post, and file management tasks.
• Client Communication: Provide legal advice to clients, correspond with them, and clarify complex legal matters.
• Legal Research: Stay updated with changing legislation and conduct research for legal documents.
• Client Relations: Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships.
• Trial Preparation: Prepare for and attend trials, including scheduling, diary management, and billing assistance.
• Correspondence: Manage routine correspondence.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in defense litigation is essential.
• Initiative, flexibility, and a teamwork mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Case Management systems; experience with Practice Evolve is a plus.
• Accurate typing skills and strong grammar understanding for digital dictation.
• Organization and task prioritization to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Attention to detail and the ability to handle duties with discretion.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support and training provided
• Social and sports committee
• Health and wellness program
• Pension contribution
• Group healthcare scheme