An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Paralegal in Special Educational Needs to join my clients team in their Reading, Berkshire offices on a hybrid basis.
The role involves working closely with families, schools, local authorities, experts and Tribunals to provide high quality legal advice and representation across a broad range of Special Educational Needs matters.
Role & Responsibilities
* Manage new enquiries, client finances, budgets, and experts' fees.
* Maintain databases and client records.
* Assist with marketing events to promote Boyes Turner.
* Make client and third-party calls on behalf of senior fee earners.
* Liaise with clients, local authorities, schools, and the Tribunal.
* Request SAR records from schools and local authorities.
* Draft court forms, Grounds of Appeal, and client correspondence.
* Prepare bundles, schedules of documents, and working documents for EHCPs.
* Research, contact, and arrange expert assessments.
* Handle post-registration appeal steps and draft instructions to experts.
* Write articles for the company website and assist with research.
* Ensure high-quality work to uphold the firm's reputation.
Skills, Attributes & Experience
* Experience working within a legal environment in SEN law.
* Ability to work unsupervised within scope of instructions/protocols from senior fee earners.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Good customer service skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
* Excellent IT skills plus good knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel spreadsheets).
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