Paralegal - Public Law & Human Rights, Education & Children's Rights, and Child Care

Simpson Millar; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Education and Children's Rights team. This key role involves drafting legal documents, preparing court bundles, and handling legal aid applications. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in education law. The firm offers hybrid working, a supportive culture, and a focus on professional development.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Relaxed dress code

Professional development opportunities

Impactful area of law

Qualifications

• Experience in Education and Children's Rights is essential.
• Previous experience working within community care or public law matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents like correspondence and witness statements.
• Prepare and review court bundles and case documents.
• Complete legal aid forms and liaise with the Legal Aid Agency.
• Handle new client enquiries and support the file opening process.
• Maintain good file management and accurate record keeping.
• Communicate with clients and third parties by telephone and in writing.
• Take detailed attendance notes and attend court when required.
• Conduct legal research and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support colleagues with casework and departmental projects.

Skills

Motivated individual

Experience in community care

Knowledge of education law

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Education and Children's Rights team in London. This is a key role providing support to the Head of Department, Team Leaders, and colleagues, whilst also contributing to the delivery of high-quality legal services to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal documents, including correspondence and witness statements
• Preparing and reviewing court bundles and case documents
• Completing legal aid forms and applications, and liaising with the Legal Aid Agency
• Handling new client enquiries and supporting the file opening process
• Maintaining good file management and accurate record keeping
• Communicating with clients and third parties by telephone, in writing, and in person
• Taking detailed attendance notes and attending court where required
• Conducting legal research and ensuring deadlines are met
• Supporting colleagues with casework and wider departmental projects

Qualifications and experience

• Motivated individual with experience in community care, education law, or public law matters
• Essential that applicants have previous experience working within Education and Children's Rights

Benefits and working environment

• Hybrid working and a relaxed dress code
• The opportunity to work in a specialised, impactful area of law
• A forward-thinking firm driven by technology, data, and innovation
• A supportive culture focused on professional development

We are committed to challenging the status quo and improving how the law works for people. If you are adaptable, team-oriented, and eager to make a real difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.