Family Paralegal

Simpson Judge; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Judge is seeking a Family Law Paralegal to join their team in Prescot. This exciting opportunity involves supporting senior fee earners with a focus on care proceedings and a varied caseload.

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience in a Family Law setting and will be responsible for comprehensive case management and client interaction.

Hybrid working may be available post-probation, and the position offers career development opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 12 months’ experience within a Family Law team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Opening and setting up new client files.
• Providing support to the Family Law team.
• Liaising with courts and external agencies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Proactive attitude

Tools

Case Management Systems

Excel

Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS)

Job description

Family Law Paralegal – Prescot – Care Proceedings Focus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a busy and supportive Family Law team based in Prescot.

This role will involve supporting senior fee earners within a large and fast‑paced department, with a caseload focused predominantly on Care proceedings. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting clients and the wider team across a varied workload.

Hybrid working may be available following the successful completion of probation, although the role will require office‑based working for part of the week long term.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Opening and setting up new client files
• Providing day‑to‑day support to the Family Law team
• Keeping clients updated on case progress
• Liaising with courts, experts and external agencies
• Managing appointments and diaries
• Taking and making telephone calls
• Preparing hearing bundles and court documentation
• Meeting with clients both in person and remotely where required
• Providing general legal and administrative support
• Attending court to assist counsel and/or clients
• Carrying out Legal Aid assessments and applications
• Taking initial client instructions and appointments

Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates should:

• Ideally have at least 12 months’ experience within a Family Law team
• Have strong organisational and time management skills
• Be able to prioritise a busy and demanding workload
• Be confident communicating with clients and third parties
• Work well independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Be proactive, flexible and willing to get involved
• Experience using Case Management Systems and Laserforms
• Experience using the Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS)
• Experience using Excel spreadsheets
• Opportunity to join a supportive and established Family Law team
• Hybrid working available following probation
• Varied and hands‑on role within a busy legal environment
• Career development opportunities within a growing department