Experienced Family Law Paralegal

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A Hull-based law firm is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join its growing Family team. The role focuses on delivering high-quality service to clients, working with Fee Earners and supporting a busy department.

The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive and confident in a professional legal environment, with experience in Family Law and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in Family Law preferred.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Ability to work well in a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Manage client matters using Proclaim case management system.
• Prepare, organise and archive files and supporting documents.
• Manage diaries and arrange client appointments for Fee Earners.
• Prepare client correspondence using audio typing and digital dictation.
• Handle client calls professionally and promptly.
• Process emails and post; perform general admin duties.
• Prepare court documentation and assist with e-bundling.
• Upload documents via online divorce portal.
• Prepare client bills and maintain ledgers.
• Provide support to colleagues and management as needed.

Skills

Proclaim

Organisational skills

Client care

Tools

Proclaim

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join the growing Family team of a well-established and respected law firm based in Hull.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised legal professional looking to develop their career within a busy and supportive Family department, working closely with experienced Fee Earners and playing an important role in delivering a high-quality service to clients.

The Role

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Managing client matters efficiently and accurately using the Proclaim case management system.
• Preparing, organising and archiving legal files and supporting documentation.
• Managing diaries and arranging client appointments, meetings and other commitments for Fee Earners.
• Preparing client correspondence using audio typing, word processing and digital dictation.
• Handling telephone calls and enquiries from clients, solicitors and other third parties in a professional, approachable and timely manner.
• Managing incoming emails and post, alongside photocopying and general administrative duties.
• Preparing court documentation and assisting with e-bundling.
• Using the online divorce portal to upload documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Preparing client bills and maintaining accurate account ledgers.
• Providing additional support to fellow legal assistants and the wider management team as required

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident working in a professional legal environment. You will ideally have previous experience within Family Law and be comfortable working in a busy team where accuracy, client care and attention to detail are essential.