Family Paralegal

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

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in Bridport is seeking a Family Paralegal / Family Legal Secretary. The successful candidate will provide crucial administrative support within the family department and assist with paralegal tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience in family law, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers a minimum salary of GBP25,000 along with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a family law setting is required.
• Strong proof-reading skills are essential.
• Ability to manage client files and communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to fee earners.
• Assist in preparation of bundles for Court.
• Handle client enquiries and maintain client files.
• Manage the firm’s archiving process.
• Ensure adherence to file opening and closing procedures.

Skills

Experience as Family Secretary

Knowledge in family law

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Job description

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

As a Family Paralegal / Family Legal Secretary, 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 GBP25,000 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.

This is a great opportunity for a Family Paralegal to join a supportive and dynamic team, providing vital services within the family law sector.

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