Chadwick Nott Legal Recruitment
Family Legal Assistant
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Family Legal Administrator/Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Hertford
Part-Time (17.5-20 hours per week)
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Salary dependent on experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Law Legal Administrator/Assistant to join a highly regarded Family team on a 12-month maternity cover contract.
This role is ideal for a candidate with at least 2 years' experience in family law who is looking for a part-time position within a supportive and well-established firm. The successful candidate will join the team in September, allowing time for a comprehensive handover period.
You will provide vital support to Partners and fee earners within the Family department, assisting with a broad range of administrative, secretarial and case management duties. This is a varied role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
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Responsibilities
- Handling new enquiries, conflict checks and client onboarding
- Managing fee earner diaries and appointments
- Assisting with billing, invoicing and client account administration
- Preparing cost update letters
- Filing documents through the Family Court portal
- Preparing court bundles and briefs to counsel
- Drafting and preparing family court documentation, including divorce petitions, C100 applications, Forms E and H
- Requesting medical records
- Updating court bundles and case files
- Audio typing and dictation support
- Maintaining excellent client care standards at all times
- Supporting the department's marketing and social media activities
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The successful candidate will have previous family law experience and be comfortable working within a busy legal environment. Strong communication, organisational and IT skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
This role is based in Hertford and offers 17.5-20 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices may be required.
The firm offers a supportive working environment, flexible working arrangements, bonus opportunities, excellent benefits and a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career development.
Please apply or send your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk in order to be considered.
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