Family Paralegal
Wolverhampton – £22,000 - £25,000
Office Based
A fantastic, established Wolverhampton firm, known to us as a client for many years, is 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:
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. Drafting notices in line with client instructions. Registering interests on Common Platform regarding criminal matters. Familiarity with Egress, CJSM, and Crown Court Digital Case System is required. Engaging with clients and preparing evidence for court. Attending client meetings and assisting colleagues to provide advice on case strategy. Identifying experts from the Firm's Expert Register, obtaining quotations, and securing relevant funding. Liaising and sitting behind Counsel in court. Preparing trial bundle indexes and bundles. Actively participating in meetings. Ad Hoc Paralegal administration. Skills Required:
Prior Family Paralegal / Assistant experience is essential. Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal). Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritize a range of tasks. Commitment to good customer service. Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses. Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets. Willingness to listen and learn. Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed, and approachable. Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure. The firm is 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. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.
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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. Drafting notices in line with client instructions. Registering interests on Common Platform regarding criminal matters. Familiarity with Egress, CJSM, and Crown Court Digital Case System is required. Engaging with clients and preparing evidence for court. Attending client meetings and assisting colleagues to provide advice on case strategy. Identifying experts from the Firm's Expert Register, obtaining quotations, and securing relevant funding. Liaising and sitting behind Counsel in court. Preparing trial bundle indexes and bundles. Actively participating in meetings. Ad Hoc Paralegal administration. Skills Required:
Prior Family Paralegal / Assistant experience is essential. Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal). Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritize a range of tasks. Commitment to good customer service. Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses. Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets. Willingness to listen and learn. Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed, and approachable. Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure. The firm is 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. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.
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