Family Paralegal
Canary Wharf – £24,000 - £29,000
Family ParalegalCentral London
Legal 500 Firm
A Legal 500, Central London firm are seeking an experienced Family Paralegal to join their ranked and reputable team.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team, where your contributions make a real difference.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Enjoy the satisfaction of providing empathetic and professional support to clients navigating complex family law matters.
Preferred Requirements:
- Assist Solicitors in managing client files and related administrative tasks.
- Independently manage client files, liaising with clients, courts, and third parties.
- Prepare bundles for hearings and support the legal team with case management.
- Efficiently manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
- Handle calls from existing clients and new enquiries, providing professional and supportive assistance.
- Ideally, you have completed a law degree or equivalent.
- Ideally some prior paralegal experience in a Family department.
- Proficient in using case management systems and various software applications.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism.
Emily Blackmore is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for over 3 years. Emily joined in 2021 as part of the London team. She specialises in moving candidates within a range of law firms, from boutiques to the leading Top 100. Emily prides herself on her ability to cultivate and sustain strong professional relationships and uses a pragmatic approach to service delivery. Outside of work, Emily enjoys working on her health and fitness, with Spinning classes being her favourite gym activity.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Family Law
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £24,000 - £29,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Canary Wharf
- Reference: 1224957
