Family Paralegal

Simpson Judge Ltd; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in the North West is looking for a Family Paralegal to join their team. The role involves assisting solicitors with family law cases, managing client inquiries, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates have 6-12 months of relevant experience and strong communication skills. The firm offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6‑12 months’ experience as a Family Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
• Strong academic background is preferred.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with a varied caseload.
• Handle initial client enquiries and prepare court bundles.
• Draft correspondence and liaise with clients and counsel.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Compassionate and professional

Education

LLB, LPC, or SQE advantageous

Job description

Family Paralegal – Leading Regional Law Firm (North West)

Location: North West (commutable from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, and surrounding areas)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Firm

A well‑established and highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Family Paralegal to join its respected Family Law team. The firm has a strong reputation across the North West for providing clear, compassionate, and practical advice to clients, handling a broad range of family matters with professionalism and care.

You’ll be joining a supportive and friendly team that values collaboration, personal development, and client service excellence. The firm offers genuine career progression opportunities, with a proven track record of developing paralegals into trainee solicitors and qualified fee earners.

The Role

• Assist solicitors and partners across a varied caseload, including divorce and civil partnership dissolution, financial remedy proceedings, private law children matters, cohabitation and separation agreements, domestic abuse and injunction work, and general administrative and client care support.
• Handle initial client enquiries, prepare court bundles, draft correspondence, and liaise with clients, counsel, and third parties.
• Opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in family law to develop their career within a highly reputable firm.

The Person

• Minimum of 6‑12 months’ experience working as a Family Paralegal or Legal Assistant (private or public family law).
• A strong academic background (LLB, LPC, or SQE advantageous).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client‑focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Compassionate, discreet, and professional when handling sensitive matters.
• A genuine interest in pursuing a long‑term career in family law.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working options after probation.
• Supportive, close‑knit team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and clear progression routes.
• Exposure to quality family law work across the region.

Next Steps

If you’re an enthusiastic Family Paralegal looking to join a respected regional practice where you can make a real impact and progress your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact us confidentially for more information Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge Legal.