Private Family Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the legal sector is seeking a Private Family Paralegal to support a high-net-worth family with sensitive family law matters. The role requires a dedicated professional with at least 2 years of experience in private family law, strong legal knowledge, and excellent organisational skills. You will work in a confidential environment, assisting with legal documentation and providing administrative support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Paralegal within private family law (UK).
• Strong knowledge of Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, Children Act 1989, and Family Procedure Rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with divorce, financial remedy, and private children law matters.
• Draft, review and manage legal documentation including applications and witness statements.

Skills

Discretion

Organisational Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Legal Drafting

Education

Law degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case Management Systems

Job description

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Job Opportunity: Private Family Paralegal

Location: London

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: up to £32k

Are you an experienced and empathetic Paralegal with a strong background in private family law? We are currently seeking a dedicated and discreet legal professional to support a high-net-worth family with a range of sensitive and complex family law matters. This is a unique opportunity to work in a private capacity, outside of traditional practice, within a highly confidential and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with divorce, financial remedy, and private children law matters
• Draft, review and manage legal documentation including applications, witness statements, and court bundles
• Liaise with solicitors, barristers, court staff and third-party professionals
• Maintain an organised and secure legal filing system (digital and physical)
• Conduct legal research and provide concise summaries
• Manage correspondence and ensure timely responses to legal queries
• Provide administrative support related to legal processes

About You:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Paralegal within private family law (UK)
• Strong knowledge of Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, Children Act 1989, and Family Procedure Rules
• High level of discretion, professionalism and emotional intelligence
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with integrity
• Proficient in legal drafting and Microsoft Office/Case Management Systems
• Law degree or equivalent qualification desirable; LPC or SQE advantageous