Job Description

Legal Secretary - Divorce & Family Law

Location: [Middlesbrough, UK]

Salary: 30,000 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:

We are a well-established high street practice based in Middlesbrough, specialising in Family and Divorce Law. We are known for our compassionate approach and strong advocacy in sensitive family matters, including divorce, financial arrangements and general family law.

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support our busy Divorce department to provide direct support to the head of the department.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support fee earners.

Preparing legal documents such as divorce petitions, Form E, consent orders, and court bundles.

Audio typing and document production with a high degree of accuracy

Managing client correspondence, both written and verbal, with professionalism and empathy

Diary management and scheduling client meetings, court hearings, and conferences with counsel

Filing and maintaining both electronic and physical client records

Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties in a timely and sensitive manner

Requirements:

Previous experience working as a legal secretary, ideally within family or divorce law

Strong typing and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail

Ability to manage confidential and emotionally sensitive matters with discretion

Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with legal case management systems

A compassionate and client-focused approach

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Training and development opportunities

Generous holiday allowance

Full car parking allowance

To Apply:

To Apply:
Please send your CV and a short covering letter to matthew@mcgeemcgeeagarlaw.co.uk by 1 August 2025. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is found.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Free parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

secretarial: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025