Family Paralegal - Wolverhampton
Salary: £22,000 - £25,000
Location: Wolverhampton – Office Based
A well-established Wolverhampton firm, known to us as a long-term client, is looking to add an experienced Family Paralegal to their team. The firm offers modern, well-equipped offices in a convenient location accessible via public transport. The successful candidate will work within a cohesive team of Assistants, Fee Earners, and Partners, handling a full range of Paralegal duties.
Responsibilities:
* Supporting Solicitors and Partners with their caseloads, with opportunities to work independently on various tasks.
* Drafting notices in accordance with client instructions.
* Registering interests on the Common Platform for criminal matters and familiar with Egress, CJSM, and Crown Court Digital Case System.
* Engaging with clients and preparing evidence for court.
* Attending client meetings and assisting colleagues with case strategy.
* Identifying experts from the Firm's Expert Register, obtaining quotations, and securing funding.
* Liaising with Counsel and attending court sessions.
* Preparing trial bundle indexes and bundles.
* Participating in meetings and performing administrative tasks as needed.
Skills and Experience:
* Previous Family Paralegal or Assistant experience is essential.
* Proficiency in IT applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Good time management and prioritization skills.
* Commitment to excellent customer service and empathy when dealing with clients and witnesses.
* Ability to meet or exceed targets, and to work well within a team.
* Self-motivated, enthusiastic, approachable, and able to remain calm under pressure.
The firm offers 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, along with a range of competitive benefits. If you are an experienced Paralegal based in or near Wolverhampton, please contact us confidentially for further consideration.
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