Legal Executive - Dispute Resolution & Family

Triay Lawyers is recruiting a professional, organised and empathetic Legal Executive to join its Department in Gibraltar.

The successful candidate will provide administrative and case-management support across a varied caseload.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting fee earners with day-to-day case management.
• Drafting routine correspondence, court forms and legal documents.
• Preparing bundles and supporting documentation for court hearings and conferences.
• Liaising with clients, the court service, expert witnesses and other professional advisers or third parties.
• Managing diaries, appointments, court dates and key deadlines, and helping the team meet them.
• Opening and maintaining client files and ensuring records are accurate and current.
• Assisting with disclosure exercises and organising evidential documents.
• Supporting lawyers with legal and factual research as required.
• Assisting with billing, file administration, compliance procedures and other practice-support functions.
• Providing a professional and efficient point of contact for clients.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in legal support, as a legal executive or in an administrative role. Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives is preferred.
• Experience in family law or litigation, which would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise urgent matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The discretion to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• A professional and empathetic approach when dealing with clients.
• The ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case-management systems.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

The position offers a competitive salary, varied litigation and family-law work, career progression and professional development, a supportive and collegial environment, and the opportunity to join a respected and growing legal practice.

Applicants should send a CV and covering letter, using “Legal Executive” as the email subject. Interested applicants should send their CV to apply.