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I'm working with a respected solicitor client who is looking to add a Paralegal to their busy Family Law team in Liverpool. This is a hands-on role supporting senior fee earners with a high and varied caseload, predominantly focused on Care work, within a well established and fast paced department.
Key responsibilities include:
* Opening new files
* Day to day support for the wider team
* Updating clients on case progress
* Communicating with courts, experts and external agencies
* Scheduling and managing appointments
* Handling incoming and outgoing calls
* Preparing bundles for hearings
* Supporting clients both in person and remotely
* General legal and administrative assistance
* Managing diaries
* Attending court to assist counsel and/or clients
* Completing legal aid assessments and applications
* Taking client appointments and initial instructions
The ideal candidate will:
* Be a self starter who's keen to get involved
* Work well with people and communicate clearly
* Thrive in a vibrant, collaborative team
* Be flexible and responsive to client and team needs
* Have strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise heavy workloads
* Ideally have at least 12 months' experience in a Family Law team
* Have experience using Case Management Systems and Laserforms (essential)
* Have experience with the Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS) (essential)
* Be comfortable working with Excel (desirable)
Location and working pattern:
This role is based in my client's Liverpool City office. Hybrid working can be discussed following a successful probation period. In the long term, some office based presence each week will be required.
Interviews may be held either in person or via video call.
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