Family Paralegal
Wolverhampton – £22,000 - £25,000
Family Paralegal
Wolverhampton - Office Based
£22,000 - £25,000
A fantastic, established Wolverhampton firm, known to us as a client for many years are keen to add an experienced Paralegal to their already impressive Family team.
Based in well-equipped offices in an impressive setting, close to commuter links, the Paralegal will benefit from working with a cohesive team of Assistants, Fee Earners and Partners to deliver a high quality of a full range of Paralegal Duties in Wolverhampton.
Duties and responsibilities of the Paralegal in Family:
1. Supporting the Solicitors and Partners within the team with their caseload, but will also offer the opportunity to work independently on a number of varied tasks and matters in appropriate cases.
2. Drafting notices in line with client instructions
3. To register interests on Common Platform regarding criminal matters. Be familiar with Egress, CJSM and Crown Court Digital Case System
4. Engaging with clients and preparing evidence for court
5. Attending client meetings and assisting colleagues to provide advice on case strategy
6. Identify experts from the Firms Expert Register. Obtain quotations and secure relevant funding for the same
7. Liaising and sitting behind Counsel in court
8. Preparing trial bundle indexes and bundles
9. Actively participate in meetings
10. Ad Hoc Paralegal admin
Skills Required:
11. Prior Family Paralegal / Assistant experience is essential
12. Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
13. Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal)
14. Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a range of tasks
15. Commitment to good customer service
16. Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses
17. Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets
18. Willing to listen and learn
19. Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues
20. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed and approachable
21. Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure
The firm are offering 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a range of competitive benefits. If you are an experienced Paralegal, based in or near Wolverhampton, please get in touch for confidential consideration