Private Client Paralegal

Lawfront (Lawfront Group Limited); Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension

Discounts on selected legal services

Hybrid Working after probation

Job summary

Nelsons, part of Lawfront, is recruiting a Paralegal in Nottingham with Private Client experience. You will work closely with senior lawyers on wills, probate and estate administration, handling a varied workload and developing your own caseload.

The role offers a supportive, collaborative environment, opportunities for training, and a hybrid working model after probation.

Qualifications

• Private Client experience is preferred.
• Excellent organisational and file management skills.
• Confident communicator with client-facing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Assist with Private Client matters including wills and probate.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients, courts and third parties.
• Maintain well-organised case files and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on Private Client law and best practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality service.
• Support business development and networking activities.

Skills

Private Client experience

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Job description

Nelsons is one of the largest and fastest growing law firms in the East Midlands with experts in Leicester, Derby and Nottingham.

In 2023, Nelsons became part of Lawfront, a national group of leading regional law firms dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide.

Committed to strategic growth, Lawfront is aiming to build a group in the top 10 of UK regional law firms. As part of this group, you will be able to benefit from working locally for a well-respected leading law firm whilst accessing the scale, investment resources, expertise and professional development opportunities of a national organisation.

We look to empower our clients, give them a voice, fight for them, help them seek justice and steer them through complex legal issues they face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.

With a defined vision and plan for growth, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people with ambition, drive and a can‑do attitude to be part of our journey.

The successful candidate can expect a competitive package and benefits that you’d expect from a leading regional law firm which is part of a group of national scale.

The Role:

Nelsons is home to one of the leading Private Client teams in the East Midlands, and we are looking to recruit a Paralegal, ideally with Private Client experience, to join our highly regarded team in Nottingham.

This role will focus on a broad range of Private Client matters, with a particular emphasis on wills, probate and estate administration. It presents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to develop their expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Working closely with our experienced lawyers, you will assist in the management and progression of client matters while also having the opportunity to develop and manage your own caseload. The role will involve drafting legal documents and applications, preparing correspondence, liaising with clients and third parties, and supporting fee earners across a varied workload. You will also meet with both new and existing clients, delivering a high standard of service and client care throughout.

To succeed in this role, you will have excellent organisational and file management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client service. You will be a confident communicator, naturally inquisitive, and able to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike. A sound understanding of legal principles and current legislation within Private Client practice would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, ensuring an excellent client experience at every stage of their matter.
• Assisting with a range of Private Client matters, including wills, probate and estate administration.
• Drafting legal documents, applications, correspondence and forms accurately and efficiently.
• Liaising with clients, courts, financial institutions and other third parties.
• Maintaining accurate and well‑organised case files and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Keeping up to date with developments in Private Client law, legislation and best practice.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a seamless and high‑quality service.
• Supporting the department's business development initiatives and participating in networking and marketing activities.

What We Offer:

With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can‑do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.

• A supportive and inclusive team environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
• Ongoing training and development, with attendance at meeting and in person client contact where appropriate

As part of this role, you be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.

The extras:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension
• Discounts on selected legal service
• Hybrid Working following successful probationary period

With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can‑do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.

Competitive Salary and excellent benefits