Job Description
1-2 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* To assist in delivering an efficient and effective legal service to the Council by providing high-quality paralegal support to lawyers and the legal team. To undertake routine legal work under the supervision of the Senior Lawyer, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Draft, review, and prepare legal documents and correspondence.
* Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes for lawyers.
* Maintain accurate case files and ensure proper document management.
* Handle routine legal matters under supervision.
* Attend court hearings, take notes, and instruct counsel as required.
* Liaise with witnesses, experts, and external parties.
* Assist with the scheduling and organisation of team meetings.
* Support the implementation and maintenance of Lexcel procedures.
* Contribute to the development of best practices within the legal team.
Essential Experience Required
* Proven experience in a legal support, paralegal, or similar role.
* Experience working within a local authority or public sector legal environment.
Essential Qualification Required
* Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
* Paralegal qualification (e.g., CILEx Level 3/Level 6) or equivalent experience.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 35 hours per week.
* DBS is required.
* The role closes on 13th August 2025, apply ASAP.
Requirements
Requirements
* Proven experience in a legal support, paralegal, or similar role.
* Experience working within a local authority or public sector legal environment.
* Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
* Paralegal qualification (e.g., CILEx Level 3/Level 6) or equivalent experience.
* DBS is required.
Requirements
To assist in providing an efficient and effective legal service to the Council by providing paralegal support to the lawyers and the team