Legal Executive

Location:Donegal

Job Length:Permanent

Date:08/09/2026

Firm:Kingsford Solicitors

Job Type:Full Time

Email Address:ian@kingsford.ie

Reference:260515

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Web Address:http://www.kingsford.ie

Kingsford Solicitors is an established, award-winning law firm with offices in Dublin, Portmarnock, and Donegal Town. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality, practical legal advice to private and commercial clients.

Kingsford Solicitors are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Legal Executive to support solicitors in a friendly and progressive team. The successful candidate will assist on a dynamic and varied portfolio of property and general practice matters, supported by our modern cloud-based systems.

Key responsibilities:

- Support the progression of a diverse property caseload, assisting with residential and commercial conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion.

- Assist with general practice files, including probate and estate administration, for local client base in the North-West.

- Prepare documentation and correspondence, and progress files.

- Act as a point of contact for clients on day-to-day file matters, keeping them informed and referring substantive legal queries to the supervising solicitor.

- Make effective use of our modern cloud-based systems to collaborate with colleagues across the firm. 

The ideal candidate will have:

- A minimum of 2+ years' experience as a Legal Executive (though an exceptional candidate with a strong conveyancing background will also be considered).

- A strong track record supporting Irish conveyancing matters, with probate experience an advantage.

- Experience with Taillte Eireann registration processes.

- A genuinely client-focused approach, with a friendly and professional manner.

- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

 The ability to work on their own initiative and manage a busy workload.

- An adaptable and proactive approach, with an interest in continuous improvement, including the effective use of technology, legal software, case management systems and legal process automation.

What they offer:

- The opportunity to work in an award-winning firm.

- A competitive remuneration package commensurate with your level of experience.

- Exposure to high-quality, diverse property and general practice work.

- A supportive, tech-forward working environment with excellent administrative backup.

- Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development. 

If you wish to apply for this role please email a CV and cover letter to: ian@kingsford.ie 

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