Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title:
Paralegal
Department:
Family Department
Main Purpose of the Job:
To provide legal support to the department's fee earners.
Scope of the Job:
To assist fee earners and provide legal support as required, including direct interaction with clients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* Conduct client meetings, take instructions, and provide advice where appropriate.
* Draft correspondence, legal documents, and forms.
* Conduct legal research and present findings to fee earners and/or clients.
* Prepare bundles for conferences and court hearings, and provide administrative support to fee earners.
* Collaborate with fee earners, the department, and the firm as a whole.
* Stay updated on relevant legal developments and practices.
* Act efficiently and in a cost-effective manner in line with office procedures.
* Assist Rita Rathod in her role as Compliance Officer for Legal Practice.
Key Results:
* Successful completion of main duties and responsibilities.
* High levels of client satisfaction.
* Effective and professional collaboration with team members and the wider firm.
* Maintenance and enhancement of the firm's reputation.
* Contribution to fee income generation.
Skills Required:
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in keyboard use, ICT, and case management systems.
* Law degree
* Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Initiative & Judgment: Ability to use common sense and take initiative.
* Organizational Skills: Strong ability to prioritize tasks and work as part of a team.
* Professionalism: Honesty, integrity, and confidentiality.
* Attention to Detail: Accuracy in work and a professional, helpful approach.
* Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to change and work flexibly under pressure.
* Confidence & Enthusiasm: A proactive and positive approach to work.