Experienced Healthcare Legal Executive

Job Description

A highly reputable Irish law firm are seeking an experienced Legal Executive to join their industry leading legal healthcare team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Executive/Paralegal who is seeking to further their career in a well known Irish law firm where they will work with some of the best healthcare lawyers in Ireland.

The ideal candidate will need to have at least 2-3 years experience in a legal capacity, directly in the area of litigation.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to partners and solicitors in the Healthcare department.
• Draft motions, affidavits, Notices for Particulars, and requests for discovery.
• Assist in composing instructions to experts and preparing briefs for both experts and counsel.
• Schedule consultations with witnesses and experts, attend meetings, and take notes.
• Perform routine tasks such as photocopying, scanning, filing, mail handling, and file management.
• Offer legal advice to clients, engage in correspondence, and explain complex legal matters.
• Stay current with evolving legislation.
• Prepare for and attend trials.
• Manage schedules, maintain diaries, and assist with billing.
• Coordinating with experts and external contacts to reserve meeting rooms, arrange travel, and secure accommodations during trials and mediations.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Have a minimum of 2-3 proven experience of at least years in defense litigation.
• Have a law degree.
• Be proficient in MS Office.
• Be familiar with Case Management systems.
• Have excellent communication abilities, especially when dealing with clients as a representative of the firm.
• Hav effective task prioritization and organizational skills to meet specified timeframes and deadlines.
• Have exceptional attention to detail and the capacity to perform duties discreetly.

Benefits:

• Hybrid Working
• Competitive Salary
• Pension, healthcare and bonus
• Career Progression

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