Paralegal - Family Law

Role: Paralegal – Family Law
Salary: Up to £29,500
Location: Harrogate
 
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a proactive Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join the Family department of a well-established legal company. This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, looking to develop their career in family law, working closely with experienced Fee Earners and gaining hands-on experience across a range of legal matters. As a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, you will play a vital role in supporting the team, managing client matters, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
This role is ideal for someone with ambition, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering excellent client service while building their career.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Managing client matters and supporting Fee Earners to ensure cases progress efficiently, using the company’s case management system.
• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining legal files and all supporting documentation to a high standard.
• Drafting and formatting client correspondence, court documents, and other legal communications using digital dictation, audio typing, or word processing.
• Coordinating diary schedules for Fee Earners, arranging client meetings, court dates, and internal appointments.
• Handling client and third-party telephone calls and enquiries with professionalism, ensuring queries are addressed promptly and politely.
• Assisting with the preparation of court bundles, e-bundling, and filing documents on online portals accurately.
• Supporting billing processes, including preparing client invoices and maintaining account ledgers.
• Collaborating with other Legal Assistants and the management team to ensure departmental tasks are completed efficiently.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of administrative processes within the Family department.

 
What we’re looking for:

• Experience or knowledge of Family Law.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Excellent organisational skills, capable of prioritising tasks and managing competing deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards in all work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using case management systems.
• Team-oriented mindset, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and a supportive approach to colleagues.

 
What's in it for you:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement – 23 days plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Discounted legal products.
• Opportunities to participate in corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Company-paid healthcare plan.
• Workplace pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme and remote GP services.
• Rewards and recognition scheme.
• An additional day off for your birthday.
• Training and development opportunities, supporting career progression.
• High street discounts.