Job Description
Paralegal – Family Law
Location: Central Manchester
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days remote)
Start Date: October / ASAP
I’m working with a well-established boutique law firm based in central Manchester that is looking to recruit a Family Law Paralegal to join its close-knit team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in family law to join a progressive and supportive environment, with real scope to develop your skills and take on more responsibility over time.
The Role
You’ll be supporting solicitors across a full range of family law work – including divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters. Depending on experience, there will be the opportunity to manage your own files under supervision.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Supporting clients throughout their matter with empathy and professionalism
2. Drafting client care letters, conducting AML checks and verifying ID
3. Preparing legal documentation including divorce petitions, financial statements (Form E), C100 applications, and other family law forms
4. Carrying out legal research and assisting with ca...