Job SummaryThe ideal candidate will be acting as an assistant and primary support to our Associate Solicitor and, where required, other members of the Team in managing and progressing a caseload within the Practice, dealing with all matters of private Family Law. Primary Responsibilities· File administration such as opening files and preparing client care documentation· Liaising with clients and taking notes of meetings· Creating and updating court bundles and other court documents· Assisting with the drafting of applications to court· Assisting with Briefing Counsel and instructing experts· Assisting with the drafting of statements · Assisting at court by taking an attendance note· Assisting and arranging client appointments· Preparing legal documents (e.g. Divorce Applications, Financial Statements, D81etc.)· Responsible for own administration and paperwork using Leap Case Management software and time recording· Undertaking legal research· Drafting legal correspondence· Communicating with clients/other parties and the court/other relevant institutions where appropriate via telephone including the preparation of attendance notes· Copy typing documents· Uploading documents and progressing cases via the HMCTS Portal· Diarising court deadlines and key dates Business Development opportunities· Attending training courses· Supporting the Practice in marketing activity and occasional attendance at some networking events Financial Tasks· Preparing bills using Leap software· Completing Court documents on asset schedules on both word and excel Customer Service· Responsible for delivering the highest standards of customer/client service at all times· Taking personal responsibility for clients and any follow up to ensure their complete satisfaction Generic Responsibilities· Working within high standards of confidentiality, both inside and outside of the practice· Maintaining excellent standards of work organisation at all times· Representing the business in a positive, professional way at all times· Working within Health & Safety guidelines QualificationsPrior experience as a legal secretary or paralegalExperience in Family Law
Job Title
Paralegal - Family Law