Family Legal Assistant/Paralegal

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Family Legal Assistant/ Paralegal to join a respected and supportive Family Law department based in Macclesfield. This position is perfect for a well-organised individual with a genuine interest in family law who is keen to support experienced solicitors across a varied and often sensitive caseload.

The Role:

You will be providing essential support to family law solicitors dealing with a broad spectrum of matters including divorce, matrimonial finances, nuptial agreements, children and injunction matters, surrogacy, cohabitee disputes and pre and post nuptial agreements for medium to HNW clients. The role requires a high level of discretion, empathy, and efficiency, and offers valuable exposure to complex and rewarding legal work.

Duties:

• Assisting the HOD and other Fee Earners in the effective running of the department
• Carrying out the allocated duties in a professional and efficient manner
• Meeting our clients needs, whilst contributing to the overall success of the department
• Working individually assigned jobs/ trial bundle prep and client liaison
• Dealing with initial enquiries by phone and in person
• Collating and indexing documents into Court approved order
• Uploading/downloading documents from Court Portal
• Checking Court Portal for updates
• Contacting the Court for information
• Taking notes and attend Court alongside Barristers
• Dealing with department administration
• Providing secretarial cover, as and when required

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience as a Family Paralegal or assistant
• Proclaim skills desirable
• Self-motivated
• Experience of providing high quality advice to clients
• Ability to self-motivate

Salary is £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Fully office based

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