Legal Research Assistant

LVW Law Limited is seeking a Legal Research Assistant to join our busy and friendly legal practice in Port Erin.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong interest in law who enjoys research, analysing information and producing clear, accurate written work.

The successful candidate will provide research support to the firm and its lawyers across a range of legal matters.

Duties will include:
- Conducting legal research across a variety of areas of law
- Researching Isle of Man legislation, Rules of Court, case law and other legal authorities
- Assisting with the preparation of legal arguments, opinions, correspondence and Court documents
- Reviewing and summarising legislation, judgments and other legal materials
- Identifying relevant authorities and presenting research findings clearly and concisely
- Assisting with the preparation of case files, bundles and other legal documentation
- Keeping up to date with developments in legislation, case law and legal procedure
- Providing general support to the legal team as required

We are looking for someone who is:
- Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
- An excellent researcher with strong attention to detail
- Confident reading and interpreting legal material
- Able to analyse information and identify the key issues
- A strong written and verbal communicator
- Comfortable working independently while also being part of a team
- Discreet and professional when dealing with confidential information
- IT literate and able to learn and use legal research and case management systems

A law degree, legal qualification or previous experience within a legal environment would be advantageous, although applications from candidates with relevant research, academic or professional experience will also be considered.

To apply, please send your CV together with a covering letter outlining your experience

Salary & benefits

To be Advised

Hours

Flexible - Various