Family Law Paralegal

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Limited; Winchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned legal firm in Winchester is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its Family team. This role involves providing key support for family law cases, including document drafting and client management, fostering professional growth within a collaborative environment. You will benefit from a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive culture

Opportunities for Training and career progression

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Positive, proactive, and professional attitude.
• Collaborative approach to support colleagues.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements.
• Draft legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Manage client files and liaise with clients and courts.

Skills

Professionalism

Team player

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Paralegal with a passion for family law? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and dedicated Paralegal to join the Family team at a highly regarded Legal firm in Winchester.

The Role: As a key member of the Family Department, you’ll provide comprehensive secretarial support, ensuring the smooth running of the team. Your duties will include:

• Assisting solicitors with divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, and domestic abuse cases.
• Drafting legal documents such as witness statements, court applications, and client correspondence.
• Conducting legal research to support case preparation.
• Managing client files, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with legal procedures.
• Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other professionals in a professional and timely manner.
• Attending client meetings and court hearings where necessary.
• Preparing trial bundles and assisting with case management.
• Handling initial client enquiries and providing administrative support to the team

About You:

• Professionalism: A positive, proactive, and professional attitude.
• Team player: A collaborative approach, supporting colleagues across the department.
• Organisational skills: Strong attention to detail and excellent time management.

The Family Department is a dynamic and supportive environment, providing expert advice on all aspects of matrimonial and family law. With a partner-led approach, the team fosters development and ensures work is allocated at the appropriate level, promoting growth and collaboration across the firm.

Why Join?

• A supportive and inclusive culture.
• Opportunities for Training and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you’re a paralegal looking to enhance your career within a highly recognised firm, this is an opportunity not to be missed!