Family Law Paralegal – Prescot – Care Proceedings Focus
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a busy and supportive Family Law team based in Prescot.
This role will involve supporting senior fee earners within a large and fast-paced department, with a caseload focused predominantly on Care proceedings. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting clients and the wider team across a varied workload.
Hybrid working may be available following the successful completion of probation, although the role will require office-based working for part of the week long term.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Opening and setting up new client files
* Providing day-to-day support to the Family Law team
* Keeping clients updated on case progress
* Liaising with courts, experts and external agencies
* Managing appointments and diaries
* Taking and making telephone calls
* Preparing hearing bundles and court documentation
* Meeting with clients both in person and remotely where required
* Providing general legal and administrative support
* Attending court to assist counsel and/or clients
* Carrying out Legal Aid assessments and applications
* Taking initial client instructions and appointments
Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates should:
* Ideally have at least 12 months’ experience within a Family Law team
* Have strong organisational and time management skills
* Be able to prioritise a busy and demanding workload
* Be confident communicating with clients and third parties
* Work well independently and as part of a collaborative team
* Be proactive, flexible and willing to get involved
Essential Experience
* Experience using Case Management Systems and Laserforms
* Experience using the Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS)
Desirable Experience
* Experience using Excel spreadsheets
Benefits
* Opportunity to join a supportive and established Family Law team
* Hybrid working available following probation
* Varied and hands-on role within a busy legal environment
* Career development opportunities within a growing department