Family Law Paralegal

Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd; Rowberrow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Family Law Paralegal to join a well-established family law team. Recent law graduates or those starting a career in family law will gain hands-on experience supporting solicitors across a broad range of matters.

The role focuses on organisation, timely document preparation, client liaison and research, with opportunities to develop professional skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate or strong academic profile required or welcome
• Excellent written and spoken English; confident client communication
• Well-organised with a proactive approach to tasks
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple files

Responsibilities

• Support solicitors with a varied caseload of family law matters
• Assist with preparation of documents, correspondence and court paperwork
• Conduct legal research and assist with case preparation
• Liaise with clients, solicitors, barristers and other parties
• Manage case files and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date
• Attend meetings and take notes; support the preparation of bundles and court-related materials
• Provide general paralegal support to the team and maintain confidentiality

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Organisational skills

Education

Law degree or relevant legal qualification

Job description

Family Law Paralegal - Bristol

Location: Bristol

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Experience: Graduate / Entry-Level candidates welcome

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Law Paralegal to join a well-established and highly regarded specialist family law firm in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent law graduate or an individual looking to begin their legal career within family law. You will work closely with experienced solicitors and have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience across a broad range of family law matters.

The successful candidate will be organised, professional and genuinely interested in developing a career within family law. Previous paralegal or legal experience is desirable but not essential, and applications from strong law graduates are welcomed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting solicitors with a varied caseload of family law matters
• Assisting with the preparation of legal documents, correspondence and court documentation
• Conducting legal research and providing support on case preparation
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, barristers and other relevant parties
• Managing case files and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date
• Attending meetings and taking accurate notes where required
• Assisting with the preparation of bundles and other court-related documents
• Providing general administrative and paralegal support to the wider team
• Maintaining high levels of client care and confidentiality

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A law graduate or has a relevant legal qualification
• Ideally has an interest in pursuing a career in family law
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicating with clients and colleagues
• Able to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• Professional, approachable and empathetic
• A strong written and verbal communicator
• Proactive and keen to learn and develop
• Previous legal experience is beneficial but graduates with a strong academic background will be considered