Family Law Paralegal - Prescot - Care Proceedings Focus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a busy and supportive Family Law team based in Prescot.

This role will involve supporting senior fee earners within a large and fast-paced department, with a caseload focused predominantly on Care proceedings. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting clients and the wider team across a varied workload.

Hybrid working may be available following the successful completion of probation, although the role will require office-based working for part of the week long term.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Opening and setting up new client files
• Providing day-to-day support to the Family Law team
• Keeping clients updated on case progress
• Liaising with courts, experts and external agencies
• Managing appointments and diaries
• Taking and making telephone calls
• Preparing hearing bundles and court documentation
• Meeting with clients both in person and remotely where required
• Providing general legal and administrative support
• Attending court to assist counsel and/or clients
• Carrying out Legal Aid assessments and applications
• Taking initial client instructions and appointments

Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates should:

• Ideally have at least 12 months' experience within a Family Law team
• Have strong organisational and time management skills
• Be able to prioritise a busy and demanding workload
• Be confident communicating with clients and third parties
• Work well independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Be proactive, flexible and willing to get involved

Essential Experience

• Experience using Case Management Systems and Laserforms
• Experience using the Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS)

Desirable Experience

• Experience using Excel spreadsheets

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a supportive and established Family Law team
• Hybrid working available following probation
• Varied and hands-on role within a busy legal environment
• Career development opportunities within a growing department