Family Legal Secretary

Additional Resources; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in Bournemouth is seeking a Family Legal Secretary/Paralegal to provide administrative support within the family department. Responsibilities include managing case files and assisting with court preparations. Ideal candidates have prior experience in a family law setting and strong organizational skills. This full-time position offers a minimum salary of £25,000 and is supportive of professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Family Secretary, Paralegal, or similar role.
• Prior experience in a family law setting.
• Strong proof-reading skills with attention to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to fee earners.
• Assisting in the preparation of bundles for Court.
• Handling client enquiries and maintaining client files.

Skills

Administrative support

Experience in family law

Microsoft Office skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Legal Secretary / Paralegal to join a well-established legal firm based in Bridport, known for its professional and supportive working environment.

As a Family Legal Secretary / Paralegal, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to fee earners, assisting with paralegal tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of case management within the family department.

This full-time role offers a minimum salary of £25,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Offering administrative support to fee earners, including file maintenance and preparation of legal documents.
• Assisting in the preparation of bundles for Court, Counsel, and experts.
• Handling client enquiries and maintaining comprehensive client files.
• Arranging attendance at conferences, hearings, and other relevant events.
• Managing the firm’s archiving process.
• Ensuring adherence to internal file opening and closing procedures, both electronically and manually.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Family Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
• Prior experience in a family law setting.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office with strong IT, telephone, and communication skills.
• Strong proof-reading skills with attention to accuracy and consistency.
• Excellent organisational skills.

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Job Details

• Job Title: Family Legal Secretary
• Company: Additional Resources
• Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
• Posted: Sep 16th 2025
• Closes: Oct 17th 2025
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time