Family Law Legal Assistant - Hybrid, Caseload & Research

Pertemps Harrow; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant specializing in Family Law to support a significant caseload for the Harrow Social Care Team. The ideal candidate will manage legal files, provide research support, and represent clients in legal settings. Essential qualifications include a law degree or relevant experience in a legal environment. This role offers hybrid working with 36 hours per week on a temporary ongoing contract.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a caseload with minimum supervision in civil and criminal litigation.
• Ability to provide written and oral legal advice to clients.
• Educted to degree standard or substantial experience in a legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and manage legal files for civil and criminal litigation.
• Provide legal advice and conduct research to support lawyers.
• Represent clients in court and undertake advocacy.

Skills

General knowledge of English law

Legal research

Client care skills

Microsoft products expertise

Education

Qualification in law (e.g., law degree, CPE, LPC)

Tools

Case management system

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant specializing in Family Law to support a significant caseload for the Harrow Social Care Team. The ideal candidate will manage legal files, provide research support, and represent clients in legal settings. Essential qualifications include a law degree or relevant experience in a legal environment. This role offers hybrid working with 36 hours per week on a temporary ongoing contract.