Paralegal Assistant

We are seeking skilled family paralegals to become part of a dynamic team. This position involves supporting senior fee earners with a substantial caseload, primarily focused on Care work, within a large team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Initiating case files

Providing daily support to the team

Keeping clients informed about case developments

Liaising with courts, experts, and agencies

Scheduling appointments

Managing phone communications

Assembling document bundles for hearings

Interacting with clients both in-person and remotely as needed

Offering general legal and administrative assistance

Managing diaries

Attending court to assist counsel and/or clients

Conducting legal aid assessments and applications

Taking client appointments and gathering initial instructions

Required Experience:

Proactive and eager to engage in tasks

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to thrive in a lively team setting

Flexibility to meet client and team demands

Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize a heavy workload

A minimum of 12 months of experience in a family law team is essential

Proficiency in Case Management Systems and Laserforms is required

Familiarity with the Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS) is essential

Experience with Excel spreadsheets is preferred.

This is a Liverpool based office role initially with hybrid opportunities after probation.

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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