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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a competent and organized Judicial Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will primarily assist lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals in the daily management of judicial and administrative files. This position requires great rigor, excellent organizational skills, and absolute discretion, as you will handle sensitive and confidential information.
As a Judicial Assistant, you will be responsible for preparing and monitoring judicial files, drafting simple legal documents, managing schedules and appointments, and communicating with clients and various stakeholders. You will also be responsible for filing and archiving legal documents, conducting preliminary legal research, and attending court hearings when necessary.
Your role will also involve ensuring smooth and effective communication between various actors in the judicial system, including courts, law firms, bailiffs, and clients. You must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines imposed by judicial procedures.
The ideal candidate should have a good knowledge of the French judicial system, legal and administrative procedures, and perfect mastery of written and spoken French. Previous experience in a similar position or legal training will be highly appreciated.
We are looking for a proactive individual capable of working independently while effectively collaborating with a team. You must demonstrate adaptability, excellent stress management, and a professional attitude under all circumstances.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your legal and administrative skills within a stimulating and rewarding environment. You will benefit from continuous training and personalized support to help you grow professionally within our organization.
If you are passionate about the legal field, detail-oriented, and wish to actively contribute to the smooth functioning of our judicial system, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.
Responsibilities
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- Draft simple legal documents such as letters, summons, and reports.
- Manage schedules, set appointments, and track judicial deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and other stakeholders.
- Conduct preliminary legal research and compile necessary information.
- Attend court hearings and take accurate notes.
- File and archive legal documents according to established procedures.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
- Handle phone calls and electronic correspondence related to judicial files.
- Participate in preparing meetings and legal interviews.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Degree in law or equivalent training in legal assistance.
- Previous experience in a similar position preferred.
- Excellent mastery of written and spoken French.
- Good knowledge of the French judicial system and administrative procedures.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Absolute discretion and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in common computer tools (Word, Excel, legal software).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in the legal or judicial field?
- How do you handle stressful situations and tight deadlines?
- Can you describe your organizational method for managing multiple files simultaneously?
- What is your experience with specific legal software?
- How do you ensure confidentiality of sensitive information?
- Have you ever attended court hearings? If so, what was your role?
