Heather Lewis

I am a Legal Secretary with 30+ years of experience supporting solicitors across multiple legal departments. I currently work within a fast-paced conveyancing department but also have extensive experience in all areas of legal practice. I am highly organised and efficient, with excellent document preparation skills and have strong client communication abilities.

Legal Secretary - Spilsbury Law Limited

(2021-01)

Provide high-level support to the conveyancing department in the smooth progression of residential property transactions.

• Prepare and format all documentation for sales and purchases.
• Liaise with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders, and third parties.
• Assist fee earners with correspondence, diary management, and administrative support.
• Organise and maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced legal environment

Legal Secretary - Marchant Harries Solicitors

(2014-01 - 2021-12)

Supported the conveyancing department with the smooth progression of residential and commercial property transactions.

• Utilised a case management system to update and maintain client files efficiently.
• Prepared contracts, transfer forms, search packs, and all other conveyancing documents.
• Communicated with clients and third parties to ensure smooth and timely transactions.
• Organised and maintained accurate case files while supporting fee earners with day-to-day administrative tasks.

Legal Secretary - Ferrari Stroud Beattie/ Ferrari Stroud/ Romano Ferrari & Co

(2004-01 - 2014-12)

Provided reception duties together with administrative and secretarial support exclusively for Mr. Romano Ferrari including residential & commercial conveyancing, crime, wills & probate and family law.

• Prepared correspondence, legal documentation, and court bundles.
• Managed client communication and scheduling, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient case progression.
• Organised and maintained accurate case files and ensured compliance with legal standards.

Part-Time Property Administrator - W.J Holder & Co Property Services

(2003-01 - 2004-12)

First point of contact for client and tenant enquiries with the ability to address any concerns proactively and efficiently.

• Arranged remedial works at rental properties, liaising with contractors and ensuring timely completion.
• Organised and scheduled annual services for utilities, including gas and electricity.
• Maintained accurate records of property maintenance, communications, and service schedules.
• Provided general administrative support to the property management team.

Legal Secretary - The Gwyn George Partnership

(2000-01 - 2002-12)

Provided legal secretarial support across multiple departments, including crime, family, childcare, housing disrepair and landlord & tenant disputes.

• Utilised a case management system to maintain, update, and progress client files.
• Prepared a wide range of legal documents, including court bundles, correspondence, and departmental forms.
• Managed client communication, scheduled appointments, and supported fee earners with mixed caseloads.

Receptionist / Legal Support - Gwilym Jones & Davies Solicitors

(1994-01 - 2000-12)

I worked as a receptionist while providing audio typing and legal secretarial support across multiple departments including crime, family, personal injury, residential conveyancing, wills and probate.

• Assisted various solicitors by typing correspondence, court bundles, and legal documents.
• Greeted clients, managed phone and email enquiries, and ensured smooth office operations.

ILEx National Diploma in Law Level 3 - Law - Merthyr Tydfil Technical College