Family Assistant
Birmingham - Office Based
£22,000 - £25,000
A fantastic, established Birmingham firm, known to us as a client for many years, is keen to add an experienced Legal Assistant to their already impressive Family team. Based in well-equipped offices in an impressive setting, close to commuter links, the Legal Assistant will benefit from working with a cohesive team of Assistants, Fee Earners, and Partners to deliver a high quality of a full range of Legal Assistant Duties in Birmingham.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Assistant in Family:
1. Supporting the Solicitors and Partners within the team with their caseload
2. Drafting notices in line with client instructions
3. Registering interests on Common Platform regarding criminal matters. Familiarity with Egress, CJSM, and Crown Court Digital Case System is required
4. Use of ALB Case Management System
5. Attending PLO’s
6. Making applications for legal aid and keeping on top of CCMS
7. Making any necessary applications for payments of disbursements
8. Liaising with the firm's Cost Drafting Team regarding High Cost Cases
9. Taking instructions from clients in person, via Teams, etc.
10. Preparing and Drafting Position Statements
11. Instructing Counsel, where necessary
12. Researching and instructing other experts
13. Preparing briefs to counsel or letters of instructions to experts
14. Part 25 applications and letters of instruction
15. Sitting behind counsel
16. Observing Senior Fee Earner at court
17. Compiling Bundles and ensuring they are always up to date (electronically)
Skills Required:
1. Prior Family Assistant experience is essential
2. Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
3. Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal)
4. Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a range of tasks
5. Commitment to good customer service
6. Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses
7. Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets
8. Willing to listen and learn
9. Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues
10. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed, and approachable
11. Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure
The firm offers 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and a range of competitive benefits. If you are an experienced Paralegal, based in or near Birmingham, please get in touch for confidential consideration or send your CV to rio@douglas-scott.co.uk.
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