Family Law - Graduate

Join a reputable legal team, a Legal 500 firm known for excellence in Family Law. They pride themselves on providing top-tier legal services while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. As a Disability Confident and Living Wage employer, they prioritize the well-being and professional development of their team members.

They are seeking a talented Law Graduate to join their Family Law department as a Paralegal. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, providing invaluable support in handling a wide range of Family Law matters.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Holiday buy and sell scheme (on successful completion of probationary period)
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year (with only 1 day of annual leave required)
• BUPA Health cash plan scheme (on successful completion of probationary period)
• Employee assistance programme for both employees and their families
• Death in service benefit (on successful completion of probationary period)
• Access to online GP support (on successful completion of probationary period)
• Bereavement and probate helpline and counselling service support (on successful completion of probationary period)
• Career development opportunities
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Discounted legal fees including free Will
• Long service awards
• Charity and community activities
• Easily commutable town centre office locations

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with clients in person, via telephone, and email
• Produce accurate and detailed work to ensure excellence in legal services
• Maintain files and ensure efficient case management of care matters
• Draft documentation including correspondence, briefs, court documentation, attendance notes, and statements of evidence
• Record time in accordance with the Firm’s policy and prepare bills as necessary
• Attend to clients at court with counsel
• Undertake typing work for fee earners as required
• Make appointments for clients
• Provide general administrative support as needed
• Attend department meetings as required

Requirements:

• Law degree or equivalent qualification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite