Paralegal (Private Client)

Nicholas Associates Group; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Private Client Paralegal to join their dynamic team in Woolton. This role offers a unique opportunity to support solicitors and clients in various private client matters, including Wills, Trusts, and Probates. With a focus on personal growth and development, you will have the chance to enhance your skills in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year's experience in private client work, strong organizational abilities, and exceptional communication skills. If you are ambitious and eager to make a difference in a thriving legal practice, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in private client work is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to solicitors in private client and residential conveyancing matters.
• Draft legal documents and assist with estate administration.

Skills

Private Client Work

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Case Management Systems

Client-Focused Attitude

Research Skills

Education

Law Degree

Completion of Private Client Elective

Tools

Land Registry Portal

Infotrack

Job description

• Job Reference: JN -012025-61831_1743519136

My client, a successful Solicitors is currently looking for a Private Client Paralegal to work in their Woolton office:

Role Overview:

As a key member of their team, you will provide support to our solicitors and clients in a range of private client and residential conveyancing matters, including Probates, Wills, Trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a minimum of 1 year's experience in private client work, looking to develop and progress their career within a supportive and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Opening files
2. Day to day assistance for the Private Client Team
3. Drafting legal documents such as wills, powers of attorney, and probate forms.
4. Assisting with estate administration and the preparation of inheritance tax returns.
5. Liaising with clients to provide advice and updates.
6. Communicating with the Probate Registry, Estate agents and other agencies
7. Managing files and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and in compliance with legal requirements.
8. Conducting research and assisting with client meetings.

Essential Skills & Experience:

1. Minimum of 1 year's experience in private client/property work (wills, probate, trusts and LPA's).
2. Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
3. Ability to manage a varied caseload efficiently.
4. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
5. Ambitious with a desire to learn and develop skills.
6. Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
7. A positive and client-focused attitude.
8. Experience using case management systems.
9. For LPC graduates, completion of Private Client elective is essential.
10. Must be able to drive and have access to a car.

Desirable:

1. Knowledge of recent developments in private client law.
2. Experience of residential conveyancing, including use of the Land Registry Portal and Infotrack.
3. A Law degree or relevant qualification is preferred but not essential.

Ref S43

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group Privacy Notice.

For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 07856920504.