We are always on the lookout for new talent so if you feel you have what it takes please feel free to submit your CV.

enquiries@tmjlegal.co.uk

 

CURRENT VACANCIES

Trainee Solicitor – Private Client

Duration:                      Permanent

Salary:                          To be agreed depending on experience

Working hours:           36.25 hours plus per week

Job description:

An excellent opportunity to join a Private Client team of solicitors at a highly regarded and established firm with offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for Private Client work with a good level of knowledge and/or experience in this area.  A committed and self-motivated individual who can work as part of a team, to tight deadlines and have excellent attention to detail.  The successful candidate will be working with a friendly and helpful team that have been gradually growing the department.

The candidate must be a proactive and hard-working individual who will become involved in a range of duties including preparation of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Court of Protection work and Trusts.  They will also gain experience in conveyancing work.

Person requirements:

• Previous experience in all aspects of Private Client work would be advantageous.
• Experience of conveyancing work preferable but not essential.
• Knowledge and use of IT systems including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• An organised and methodical approach to working with excellent attention to detail.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Good administrative skills.
• A polite, practical attitude, particularly when meeting clients.

Company information:

High street solicitors dealing with private and publicly funded work.  Four offices at Hartlepool, Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.  Please refer to our website www.tmjlegal.co.uk for more information.

Application information:

Email CV and cover letter to hedwardes@tmjlegal.co.uk or by post to TMJ Legal Services, Foster House, 99 Raby Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8DT.

 

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Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive

Duration:                      Permanent

Salary:                          To be agreed depending on experience

Working hours:           30 hours plus per week

Job description:

A Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive required to join a highly regarded and established firm with offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working individual able to draft Wills, deal with Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection cases, Probate matters and all general private client matters.  The position will be based at our Hartlepool office.  Candidates must have sound knowledge of Private Client Law and a proven track record with excellent communication and organisational skills.  A committed and self-motivated individual who can work as part of a team, to tight deadlines and have excellent attention to detail.  The successful candidate will be working with a friendly and helpful team that have been gradually growing the department.

Person requirements:

• Solicitor / Legal Executive with experience of all aspects of Private Client work.
• Experience of conveyancing work preferable but not essential.
• Knowledge and use of IT systems including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• An organised and methodical approach to working with excellent attention to detail.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Good administrative skills.
• A polite, practical attitude, particularly when meeting clients.

Company information:

High street solicitors dealing with private and publicly funded work.  Four offices at Hartlepool, Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.  Please refer to our website www.tmjlegal.co.uk for more information.

Application information:

Email CV and cover letter to hedwardes@tmjlegal.co.uk or by post to TMJ Legal Services, Foster House, 99 Raby Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8DT.

 

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General Civil Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive

Duration:                 Permanent

Salary:                     £25,000 to £35,000 depending on PQE

Working Hours:      Full time or part time

Job Description:

An experienced, general civil litigation lawyer required to join a highly regarded and established firm of solicitors with offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.  The successful candidate must be a proactive and ambitious litigator to advise on general civil litigation matters (e.g. property disputes, commercial contract claims, partnership/shareholder disputes, consumer claims, contentious probate, boundary disputes).  Experience of advising on employment law issues would be an advantage.  Support will be provided where required by the existing department head.

Person Requirements:

• Previous general civil litigation experience essential.
• Good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and Civil Litigation essential.
• Experience of advising on employment issues an advantage.
• Ability to run own caseload from start to finish with sound knowledge and a proven track record.
• Willing to actively market and seek out new instructions to expand and develop the existing department.
• Knowledge and use of IT systems including MS Word and Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills together with an organised and methodical approach to working with excellent attention to detail
• A polite, cheerful attitude, particularly when meeting clients.
• A committed and self-motivated individual who can work as part of a friendly team

Company Information:

High street solicitors dealing with private and publicly funded work.  Four offices at Durham, Hartlepool, Peterlee and Wingate.  Please refer to our website www.tmjlegal.co.uk for more information.

Application Information:

Email CV and cover letter to hedwardes@tmjlegal.co.uk or by post to Helen Edwardes, TMJ Legal Services, Foster House, 99 Raby Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8DT.

 

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Conveyancing Legal Secretary Vacancy

Duration:                     Permanent 

Salary:                         To be agreed depending on experience

Working hours:          At least 30 hours per week

Place of Work:            Hartlepool, however, the applicant must be able to provide cover at the firm’s other offices at Peterlee, Wingate and Durham if required

Job description

An experienced conveyancing legal secretary required to join a highly regarded and established firm of solicitors.  Previous conveyancing experience is essential. Duties will include typing, taking telephone calls, filing and providing support and assistance to fee earners within the property department.

Person requirements

• Previous conveyancing experience essential.
• Knowledge and use of IT systems including MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to provide cover at the firm’s other offices at Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• An organised and methodical approach to working with excellent attention to detail.
• Good administrative skills.
• A polite, cheerful attitude, particularly when meeting clients.

Company information

High street solicitors dealing with private and publicly funded work.  Four offices at Hartlepool, Peterlee, Wingate and Durham.  Please refer to our website www.tmjlegal.co.uk for more information.

Application information

Email CV and cover letter to hedwardes@tmjlegal.co.uk or by post to TMJ Legal Services, Foster House, 99 Raby Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8DT.