Family Paralegal - 4-6 months contract London, England
Job description
The Firm
The firm is a successful multi-office practice, who deliver a range of services to clients based locally and further afield. Based in London, we have a national reputation and are a leading Legal 200 firm who pride ourselves on providing a high level of client care. Recognising the importance of giving back to the communities in which we are based, we support local charities and provide advice clinics.
The role
As a Paralegal, you will work with a team in the Family department at the London Bridge office of Anthony Gold supporting mainly one Partner who works on a 3-day basis. You will work alongside a trainee in the department.
Job specification
Your role will include the following, but additional tasks may be added as appropriate for the role:
- Completing divorce court forms
- Contacting clients
- Assisting in completing disclosure forms
- Completing spreadsheets of assets
- Handling new client enquiries
- To assist where requested the provision of legal advice to clients, under supervision.
- Delegate and supervise tasks where appropriate.
- Work as a part of a team under the supervision of a Partner of the firm.
- Manage professionally and confidentially, written and telephone correspondence with clients, other solicitors and third parties
Qualifications
- Degree in Law/CILEx or previous experience of working in a similar role
- Legal Secretarial experience will be considered
Person Specification
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good customer focus
- Flexible and proactive approach with 'can do' attitude
- Organised and able to prioritise
- Able to work to tight deadlines
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4-6 months
Salary: £26,000.00-£27,300.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Paralegal Family Law: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
Application deadline: 23/03/2023
Reference ID: JOW1103
Expected start date: 24/04/2023
