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Macnabs is a leading firm of solicitors in Perthshire and Tayside, with a rich heritage dating back to 1880. Over the years, we have built a reputation for providing expert legal advice to clients across a wide range of practice areas. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction sets us apart, and we take pride in delivering personalised service tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Due to continued growth, we are seeking to recruit an experienced secretary to strengthen our busy family and court teams in Perth.  As a secretary in Macnabs, you will play a crucial role in supporting our firm's operations by performing a variety of secretarial and administrative tasks. This is a full-time role working 8.45am until 5pm Monday to Friday although applications for part-time work would be considered. In this role you will be providing administrative support to the family and court teams which involves the following: Efficiently schedule appointments and manage calendars Prepare copies and compile intricate documentation with precision. Type documents accurately, including those dictated digitally, with accuracy and attention to detail. Interact with clients courteously and effectively, both in person and through phone and email correspondence. Execute a wide array of administrative tasks related to case files Comply to the firm's file management and organisation procedures Handle incoming and outgoing mail promptly and efficiently. Maintain the court diary, prioritising deadlines and commitments. Handling information while upholding duty of confidentiality to clients, ensuring the highest standards of discretion. Our ideal candidate will have: Good level of academic ability in Maths and English Qualification related to typing or secretarial or legal work is desirable Experience of legal, secretarial or administrative work is essential Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage a varied workload Proven computer skills including experience in use of Microsoft Office At Macnabs we operate a hybrid working policy. If you wish to discuss working remotely or working flexibly then we would be happy to discuss this with you. To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: hr@macnabs-law.co.uk  

It is now officially Spring and there's no better time to prioritise what truly matters – safeguarding your future and that of your loved ones. Amidst the promise of brighter days ahead, it's essential to pause and reflect on one of the most fundamental yet often overlooked aspects of life: having a Will. At Macnabs, we believe that crafting a Will should be at the top of everyone's to-do list, as without one you are leaving it to the state to decide what happens to your assets when you are no longer here.

Whilst making a Will is important for every individual, it is even more important for those in non-traditional families to ensure that their future wishes are laid out in black and white and protect those around them. At Macnabs we are seeing more one-parent families, blended and stepfamilies, and civil partnerships, all of which can lead to complicated estate planning issues.

When a couple separates, emotions run high as assets are divided, and a topic that often tugs at the heartstrings is the custody of beloved pets. As couples navigate the complexities of divorce, the question of who gets the family dog has become a pivotal issue recently. It was well publicised when Ant McPartlin found himself in court with his ex over the custody of their adorable Labrador, shining a spotlight on the complexities of pet ownership in divorce proceedings.