Sahar Fasih

Sahar is an Executive Assistant at First Law Solicitors. She is responsible for drafting initial versions of documents, managing the process of opening and closing client files, organising telephonic data and case-related notes, and providing essential administrative support to the legal team, including:

• Meeting and greeting clients to ensure a good impression.
• Directing visitors to the appropriate person within the office.
• Answering and forwarding incoming phone calls and messages.
• Managing the office diary.
• Receiving, sorting and distributing the daily post.
• Liaising with colleagues as the first point of contact when it comes to running the business on a daily basis.
• Arranging travel and accommodation for management.
• Arranging the translation of non-English documents.
• Organising experts to produce expert witness reports.
• Conducting legal research.
• Assisting in the Courts and Tribunal.
• Taking initial details and information from clients.
• Producing letters, representations, reports, forms and necessary paperwork, as per the instructions of the legal team. This is achieved through our case management software.
• Drafting letters, representations, notes, and dictations.
• Arranging events and functions.
• Arranging, attending, and recording minutes of meetings.

Sahar is also well-versed in immigration, family, civil litigation, and personal injury law.
Sahar prioritises values such as diligence, meticulous attention to detail, effective communication, and utmost confidentiality when interacting with clients. She also understands the significance of accurate document creation, organised client files, and the security of sensitive information, therefore, these values guide her interactions with both colleagues and clients.

The most rewarding aspect of her current role is the opportunity to actively contribute to the efficiency of legal operations. She derives satisfaction from the challenge of drafting documents and structuring data in ways that directly support the legal team’s objectives. Moreover, she finds being an integral part of a team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for clients is both fulfilling and motivating.