Legal Support Assistant - Family Team Location: Poole / Bournemouth Full Time Permanent At Trethowans, our Family team is widely recognised for providing exceptional client care and expert legal advice. We are looking for an organised, proactive and detail-focused Legal Support Assistant to join our busy and highly regarded Dorset Family Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary, legal assistant or administrator looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As a Legal Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our Family lawyers, ensuring clients receive a professional and efficient service at all times. You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support whilst helping to progress a wide range of family law matters. Working closely with fee earners, clients, courts, barristers and third-party professionals, you will be involved in a variety of tasks that contribute directly to the successful management of cases. Key Responsibilities Your duties will include: Preparing and formatting legal documents, correspondence and court forms. Managing diaries, appointments, meetings and key deadlines. Opening, maintaining and closing client files. Supporting fee earners with billing, invoices and financial administration. Liaising with clients by telephone, email and in person. Preparing bundles and supporting documentation for hearings and conferences. Managing court portal ..... full job details .....