Paralegal Assistant Abingdon, England
Job description
We are interested in hearing from paralegals with an interest in family law to join our team.
You will be responsible for providing administrative and legal support to our partners and consultants to help with their growing caseloads.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to
- Supporting Fee Earners with the day to day running of files;
- Drafting routine legal documents;
- Create and maintain case files;
- Conduct legal research;
- Following instructions as setout by fee earners in person, by email and other methods;
- Answering telephone calls, taking detailed messages and returning calls where appropriate, making appointments, dealing with telephone enquiries, assisting on reception when appropriate and necessary;
- Transcribing, and drafting documents;
- Preparing and filing legal documents with other parties and Courts, under supervision;
- Preparing Court bundles (electronically or paper) as directed;
- Arranging meetings/telephone conferences including direct contact with clients and Counsel and other third parties;
- Diary management
- Attending court
Working knowledge of Word, Outlook and Excel are essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must together with the ability to handle a busy workload, perform well under pressure and work as part of a team.
Experience preferred but not essential.
For further details, a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification or to apply for the role, please send a covering letter together with your CV to Jayne Parker, Office Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £21,255.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 10/03/2023
