Job Description
Family Law (Childcare) Paralegal\n\nLocation: Southport\n\nSalary: £25K - £30K (depending on experience)\n\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Law Paralegal to join a well-established team, focusing on care proceedings. Whether you're new to the sector or have experience in childcare law or legal aid work, this is a great opportunity to develop your career further in family law.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Assisting in the preparation and management of care proceedings cases\n\n * \n\n Drafting legal documents such as applications, orders, and correspondence\n\n * \n\n Liaising with clients, experts, and local authorities\n\n * \n\n Attending court hearings and taking notes\n\n * \n\n Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries\n\n * \n\n Supporting solicitors with their caseloads\n\nAbout You:\n\n * \n\n No prior experience in family law care proceedings is necessary, though any exposure to care or legal aid work would be beneficial\n\n * \n\n A strong interest in/passion for family law and a desire to develop within the field\n\n * \n\n Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities\n\n * \n\n Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal\n\n * \n\n Proficient in legal research and drafting documents\n\nWhat’s on Offer:\n\n * \n\n Competitive salary ranging from £24K to £30K depending on experience\n\n * \n\n Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive team\n\n * \n\n 1 day per week working from home\n\n * \n\n Excellent career progression opportunities in family law\n\nIf you’re passionate about family law and want to make a real difference in care proceedings, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss