Litigation Assistant

Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers is pleased to present an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join a busy and well-established Litigation Department at a respected regional law firm in Crewkerne.

This is a part-time, office-based role offering real variety, genuine development opportunities, and the chance to become an integral part of a friendly and professional team.

About the Client

Our client is a long-standing regional law firm serving businesses and individuals across Devon and Somerset. They are committed to their people's growth, offering a genuinely collegiate working environment where development and progression are actively encouraged.

About the Role

You will support a team of ten fee earners across a broad spectrum of civil litigation work, from first instruction through to final outcome. This is a part-time role of 16–20 hours per week, with core hours of 9:30am to 1pm across four to five mornings. Occasional travel between offices may be required.

Litigation Assistant Responsibilities

• Supporting fee earners with high-quality client service and efficient case management
• Opening and closing files, managing documents and collating bundles
• Assisting with client onboarding, engagement letters and risk and compliance tasks
• Monitoring court timetables, scheduling hearings and mediations, and coordinating with barristers and expert witnesses
• Acting as a point of contact for clients and third parties on routine matters and enquiries
• Conducting basic legal and corporate research using resources such as LexisNexis or Westlaw
• Assisting with time recording, processing invoices and preparing billing records
• Providing general administrative support to the litigation team as required
• Travelling between offices if required

Litigation Assistant Requirements

• Genuine interest in a career in law - previous legal experience is helpful but not essential
• Strong people skills with the ability to support clients through a stressful process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on accuracy and professionalism
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
• Motivated to deliver high-quality service and develop professionally

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Travel allowance
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Birthday leave and Christmas Eve off
• Pension scheme
• Cashback health scheme

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and personable individual with a genuine enthusiasm for law and a desire to build their career within a supportive litigation team. Whether you have previous legal experience or are looking to make your first steps into the legal sector, what matters most is a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellent client service.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers.