Clear IT Recruitment Ltd
Family Paralegal
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Our client is seeking a Family Paralegal / Caseworker to join their growing Family Law team in Hounslow, Greater London.
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This role will support solicitors across a varied caseload of both privately funded and publicly funded family matters, providing hands-on experience within a busy and supportive legal environment.
The successful candidate will assist with a wide range of family law matters while developing their legal knowledge and client management skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Support solicitors with privately funded and Legal Aid family law matters
- Assist with the preparation and management of client files from instruction through to conclusion
- Draft correspondence, legal documents, witness statements, and court forms
- Prepare hearing bundles and supporting documentation
- Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, experts, and third parties via telephone, email, and in person
- Provide professional and empathetic support to clients during sensitive matters
- Take detailed instructions and maintain accurate attendance notes
- Assist on matters including divorce, children matters, domestic abuse proceedings, injunctions, financial remedy matters, and public family proceedings
- Support Legal Aid applications and CCMS procedures where applicable
- Undertake legal research and assist fee earners with case preparation
- Open, maintain, and close files in line with compliance procedures
- Manage diaries, appointments, and court deadlines
- Carry out general administrative tasks to support the department
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Requirements / Skills / Experience
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- Previous experience within a family law department as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Caseworker
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work within deadlines
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and case management systems
Package / Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
- Ongoing training and development
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity for long-term progression within family law
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.
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