Paralegal - Family LawSalary - c£23,900 - £25,000.00Nottingham City CentreMonday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm
We have a great opportunity for an experienced paralegal for a prestigious law firm based in the Family Department to work alongside partners specialising in Children Law and Domestic Abuse
The role of Paralegal will involve:
* Advising and representing clients either on the telephone, video conferencing or in person
* Completing legal aid applications for clients assessed as being eligible.
* Supporting case workers, working on progression and management of case files
* Making appointments, arranging meetings and managing fee earner's diary as required
* Undertaking fee earning responsibilities to support case workers - undertake legal research, drafting of proformas and court documents as necessary
* Complying with SQM (Specialist Quality Mark) and all internal transaction criteria and procedures
* Maintaining case files via the computerised case management system
The ideal candidate for the role of Paralegal will have:
1. Experience of working as a paralegal or legal exec / secretary looking to take the next step.
2. A background within family law is preferred but not essential.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to record meticulously.
4. Strong analytical skills and a...