Family Legal Assistant

TipTopJob; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider in Greater Manchester is looking for a Family Legal Assistant. This role involves supporting the Family Law team, drafting legal documents, attending client meetings, and managing inquiries. The ideal candidate has at least 12 months experience in Family Law and strong IT skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a friendly team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee gift scheme

Additional annual leave for birthday

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• 12+ months experience as a legal assistant in Family Law.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents.
• Able to manage multiple client inquiries efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Family Law Fee Earners.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as court forms and witness statements.
• Attend client meetings alongside solicitors.
• Manage new client enquiries and onboarding.

Skills

Legal secretarial or assistant experience in Family Law

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience in Child Care or Family Law matters

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Family Legal Assistant, Greater Manchester, 12+ months experience, GBP 25,000 - GBP 27,000. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a dynamic, friendly, and supportive Family Law team. JOB REF: 1447

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to Family Law Fee Earners, ensuring effective organisation and prioritisation of cases for smooth progression and outstanding client service
• Draft and prepare a range of legal documents, including court forms, witness statements, client care letters, and correspondence with clients and third parties
• Attend client meetings and appointments alongside solicitors, offering professional and administrative assistance
• Manage new client enquiries and support the client onboarding process from initial contact to file setup
• Oversee file management tasks, including opening files, completing compliance checks, maintaining diaries, and assisting with billing procedures
• Handle incoming calls, correspondence, and general administrative duties to maintain an excellent standard of client care and office efficiency

Skills Required

• Previous legal secretarial or assistant experience working in a Family Law department
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with case management systems
• Excellent communication skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a busy legal team
• Previous experience in Child Care or Family Law matters is required

On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Employee gift scheme for important dates and milestones
• 1 day annual leave for your birthday
• 28 days annual leave

For more information or for the role contact Tatiana Sivakova on 454 or email will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

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