Due to ongoing expansion, we are currently looking to recruit a Family paralegal for our busy Sutton Office.
The role would mainly be assisting with caseloads concerning children matters and domestic abuse.
Responsibilities
* Providing support on private law children, and domestic abuse matters
* Sitting behind counsel on hearings
* Assisting with case loads
* Liaising with clients and providing advice
* Speaking to new enquiries and taking initial details
* Drafting applications/statements and other legal documentation
* General legal administrative support including typing through digital dictation
* Assisting with legal aid applications/billing
* Reception cover for holidays and lunchtime cover
Minimum Requirements
The ideal candidate for this role must have the following:
* Previous experience in private law children and domestic abuse
* Experience with CCMS
* A strong desire to learn
* Enthusiastic and ambitious
* Hardworking
* Organised
* Adaptable and accommodating
* A smart and tidy appearance
* Excellent attention to detail
* IT competent
* Excellent timekeeping and attendance
Details
Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield
Salary: Dependent upon experience
End date: 28/04/25
Reporting To: Head of Department
Working Hours: 09:00am - 17:00pm with an hour for lunch
Benefits: Workplace Pension Scheme, 21 days holiday plus holiday purchase scheme, plus bank holidays, plus 4 extra days over Christmas when the offices close.
Application Process
Should you wish to be considered for this role, please apply to Rebecca Truscott at rtruscott@hopkins-solicitors.co.uk
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