Family Paralegal

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work

Job summary

A notable legal firm in Altrincham is seeking a Family Paralegal to manage a varied privately-funded family caseload. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, attending client meetings, and liaising with counsel. The ideal candidate will have experience in private family work and will thrive in a collaborative environment that values work-life balance. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex, high-net-worth family law matters.
• Ability to work collaboratively with partners and senior solicitors.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and prepare court bundles.
• Attend client meetings and manage correspondence.
• Liaise with counsel in high-profile cases.
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of private family cases and professional development.

Skills

Experience as a Family Paralegal (private family work preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join a highly regarded family law boutique led by an ex-Tier 1 Family Partner, with a decade of sustained growth and a thriving HNW client base. The firm handles complex, often high-profile cases for clients nationwide – from entrepreneurs and sports professionals to prominent families. They pride themselves on a collaborative culture, genuine mentoring, and a healthy work-life balance supported by flexible/hybrid options.

Compensation

This range is provided by JMC Legal Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The Role

You’ll work closely with partners and senior solicitors on a varied, privately funded family caseload, including:

• Pre- & post-nuptial agreements
• Other complex high-net-worth (HNW) matters

Duties will include drafting legal documents, preparing court bundles, attending client meetings, liaising with counsel, and managing correspondence. This role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of top-tier family cases and meaningful professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Experience as a Family Paralegal (private family work preferred)

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice

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