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SalaryRole and Responsibilities:
- Assist a team of experienced and dedicated lawyers in managing a varied caseload of family law matters.
- Conduct legal research and prepare relevant documentation including legal correspondence, court applications, bundles, statements and briefs to counsel.
- Communicate with clients, counsel and court personnel professionally and effectively.
- Maintain accurate and organised case files and documents.
- Keep up to date on changes and developments in family law practice and procedure
Person Requirements:
- A Law Degree and prior completion of the Legal Practice Course.
- Practical family law experience would be advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of family law practices, procedures and terminology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills together with an organised and methodical approach to working with excellent attention to detail.
- Practical knowledge and use of IT systems including MS Word and Excel.
- Knowledge and experience of using a legal case management system.
- A polite, cheerful attitude, particularly when meeting clients.
- A committed and self-motivated individual who can work as part of a friendly team.
Company Information:
We are a regional firm of solicitors established in 1986 offering a wide range of services to private and business clients. We have offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Durham and Wingate, undertaking private and publicly funded work. We have been awarded the Lexcel Legal Practice Quality Mark annually since 2018. Please refer to our website www.tmjlegal.co.uk for more information.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Application question(s):
- Do you have practical family law experience?
Licence/Certification:
- Law Degree and completed Legal Practice Course (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
