Private Client Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced Paralegal to join their private client team. This fee-earning role involves supporting fee earners through various responsibilities related to wills, estates, and client administration. The successful candidate will gain invaluable experience in a supportive environment, working closely with clients and legal professionals.

Benefits

20 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Closure at Christmas

Qualifications

• Degree in Law or equivalent qualification required.
• Strong interest in Private Client law and prior knowledge in trusts, wills, and LPAs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Assisting with estate administration, including property visits.
• Handling initial client enquiries and providing support.

Skills

Research skills

Administrative skills

Interpersonal skills

Client care skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

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Our client are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their private client team. This is a fee-earning role, supporting other fee earners with their day-to-day caseloads. This role will give the right candidate some invaluable hands-on experience in a reputable and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (including registration of LPAs and EPAs)
• Assisting with estate administration, including property visits
• Supporting with trust administration and file closures
• Handling initial client enquiries and file opening
• Providing ongoing support to fee earners and partners
• Contributing to business development and cross-referrals within the firm
• Ensuring accurate and timely billing in line with financial targets
• Keeping up to date with changes in law and practice

Key attributes

• Degree in Law (or equivalent legal qualification)
• Strong interest in Private Client law
• Some prior experience or knowledge in wills, probate, trusts, and LPAs desirable
• Excellent research and administrative skills
• Confident, proactive, and highly organised
• Strong interpersonal and client care skills
• 20 Days Holiday (Plus BH) and closure at Christmas

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

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