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Full-Time Executive Assistant

I am looking for a full-time Assistant to support me with administration, research, note-taking, accessing buildings and personal support. It's a fantastic opportunity to experience the Bar. The deadline is 31 May 2024, 09:00.

The roles involve managing legal documents, aiding with case preparations, assisting in travel and navigation, and offering personal care. This position is based in Central London and provides a unique opportunity for individuals aspiring to legal careers. The role is also ideal for lawyers wanting experience in civil and public law work. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, depth in research and legal analysis, outstanding personability, strong numeracy, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidates will gain valuable experience in the legal field by working closely with a practising barrister. They will develop their research, drafting, and advocacy alongside networking, legal administration, document management, and court preparation skills. The role offers insights into legal and non-legal advocacy, providing a unique perspective on accessibility issues.

This is a graphic for the role of a part-time Executive Assistant. The background is a photo of Daniel working. Layered on top are details of the role. These include:

General Administrative Support

Moving and handling papers.
Printing and scanning.
Photocopying and preparing documents for court.
Helping me to access and use written materials.
Loading documents onto document systems.
Paper-based research.
Making phone calls.
Taking notes.

Legal Support

Assistance with case preparation, including legal research.
Providing support at court, conferences, events, and other professional meetings.
Liaising with legal professionals.

Arranging Access

Arranging access.
Assistance in travelling to and from work, travelling to client conferences/BD activities, etc and court.
Assistance in navigating buildings, including chambers and court buildings.
Accessing support.

Personal Care

Assisting with clothing, if required.
Assisting with wig and gown, if required.
Helping to access and eat food and drink during mealtimes.
Assisting with accessing and using the toilets.

The role will be in Central London, but travel will be required. The rate of pay is £21 per hour, starting mid-June. Hours are agreed as required. The deadline is 31 May 2024, at 09:00.

Part-Time Executive Assistant (Cover)

I am looking for a part-time Assistant to support me with administration, research, note-taking, accessing buildings and personal support. It's a fantastic opportunity to experience the Bar. The deadline is 31 May 2024, 09:00.

The roles involve managing legal documents, aiding with case preparations, assisting in travel and navigation, and offering personal care. This position is based in Central London and provides a unique opportunity for individuals aspiring to legal careers. The role is also ideal for lawyers wanting experience in civil and public law work. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, depth in research and legal analysis, outstanding personability, strong numeracy, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidates will gain valuable experience in the legal field by working closely with a practising barrister. They will develop their research, drafting, and advocacy alongside networking, legal administration, document management, and court preparation skills. The role offers insights into legal and non-legal advocacy, providing a unique perspective on accessibility issues.

Holt, D. (2017) The Paulley Case Explained - Available here

Holt, D. (2016) Autonomy: A Means of Achieving a CRPD - Compliant Capacity Regime 2 YHRL - Available here

Holt, D. and Connolly, P. (2015) Disability Rights UK’s Supplementary Submission to the House of Lords Select Committee on the Equality Act 2010 and Disability - Available here

Holt, D. (2015) House of Lords: Keeping the Expertise, Live Encounters (September 2015), p.39 – Magazine is available online here and the article can be found here

Holt, D. (2014) The History of Human Rights, Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre Blog – Now available here ;

Holt, D. (2014) Domestic Violence: A Public Matter to Which the State Has Responsibilities To Prevent, Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre Blog – Now available here;

Holt, D. (2014) Revenge Porn: The Case for Reform, Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre Blog – Now available here;

Holt, D. (2014) Snowed Over with Controversy: The Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics and Russia’s LGBTI Laws, The Advocate (April 2014), p.13 – available here;

Holt, D. (2013) Reasonable Adjustments Explained, Being Disabled in a Normal Society - available here.

Daniel Holt, LL.B (Hons), LL.M (QMUL), LL.M (City Lond)

Barrister | Disability Activist

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