Private Client Paralegal

Mallory Pryce; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law firm in the UK seeks a Commercial Property Paralegal to provide essential support across multiple offices, including Birmingham. The role includes advising clients, drafting legal documents, and managing files while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients both on the telephone and in person.
• Draft legal documents such as wills and probate applications.
• Manage client files and general file administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

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Our clientis a modern, dynamic law firm with a nationwide presence and offices across the UK. They provide expert legal support across a broad range of practice areas, serving families, individuals, and businesses. Their services include: Wills & Probate,Litigation,Residential Conveyancing,Immigration,Family Law,Public Law & Legal Aid,Commercial Property.

Their Private ClientDepartmentspecialises in wills, probate, estate planning & administration, and lasting powers of attorney (LPA).

They are looking to recruit a Commercial Property Paralegal to support with the following. This role can be based in any of their offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol, Walsall and Preston.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Care & File Management:

• Advise, assist, and represent clients both on the telephone and in person while maintaining high standards of client care.
• Manage and organise client files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and accurate

Legal Support

• Draft legal documents such as wills, probate applications, lasting powers of attorney and other legal documents.
• Prepare attendance notes, documents, and deeds from dictation completed by Fee Earners.

Admin Duties

• Handle general file administration and organisation both electronically and paper based.
• Liaise with clients, external organisations, and colleagues.
• Prepare bills and manage financial records.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with professional standards and regulations.
• Follow all internal policies and procedures.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using IT systems and legal software, experience of LEAP an advantage.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• A positive can do attitude and problem solving skills

Additional Duties:

• Attend and participate in departmental and firm-wide meetings.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law
• Engage in continuous professional development.