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:
1. Opening and setting up new client files
2. Providing day-to-day support to the Family Law team
3. Keeping clients updated on case progress
4. Liaising with courts, experts and external agencies
5. Managing appointments and diaries
6. Taking and making telephone calls
7. Preparing hearing bundles and court documentation
8. Meeting with clients both in person and remotely where required
9. Providing general legal and administrative support
10. Attending court to assist counsel and/or clients
11. Carrying out Legal Aid assessments and applications
12. Taking initial client instructions and appointments
Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates should:
13. Ideally have at least 12 months’ experience within a Family Law team
14. Have strong organisational and time management skills
15. Be able to prioritise a busy and demanding workload
16. Be confident communicating with clients and third parties
17. Work well independently and as part of a collaborative team
18. Be proactive, flexible and willing to get involved
Essential Experience
19. Experience using Case Management Systems and Laserforms
20. Experience using the Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS)
Desirable Experience
21. Experience using Excel spreadsheets
Benefits
22. Opportunity to join a supportive and established Family Law team
23. Hybrid working available following probation
24. Varied and hands-on role within a busy legal environment
25. Career development opportunities within a growing department