Job Description

Paralegal - Family Law Department (Publicly Funded Work)

Location: Enfield Office

This is not your standard paralegal position. If you are looking for an admin-heavy role spent behind a desk, this is not it. This role offers a front-line, hands-on introduction to publicly funded family law. You will be supporting the Head of Department directly, attending court hearings (both remote and in person), and working closely with clients who are often in emotionally complex and vulnerable situations. It is demanding work, but highly rewarding for the right person.

Our family department is one of the most respected in North London. We are looking for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment with real legal exposure from day one. You will be expected to show maturity, resilience, and sound judgement -- this is not photocopying and file indexing. You will be trusted with meaningful work and given the support to grow.

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable and adaptable -- but we take those as a given. We want to hear what sets you apart.

Along with your application, please include:

Where you live An outline of your commute to our Enfield office A few short lines telling us why youthink you would be a good fit for this role -- something that will make us take notice (beyond "hard working" or "diligent")

Core Role Responsibilities

Provide direct support to the Department Head and other fee earners Attend client meetings and court hearings (online and in person) Assist with legal research, document drafting, case preparation, and client liaison Prepare and process correspondence and legal documentation Assist with Legal Aid billing, fixed fee work, and the preparation of files for external costing Handle file opening, closing, maintenance, and archiving in accordance with firm procedures Support the department's development through excellent client service and teamwork

What We Expect

A proactive, self-motivated approach -- you will be trusted to manage your own workload after training Strong time management and the ability to perform under pressure Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of written work A willingness to contribute to continuous improvement and support departmental goals An approachable, team-oriented mindset -- this is a collaborative environment
If you want a role that will truly challenge you, develop your skills, and give you exposure to real family law practice -- apply now.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Enfield EN1 3EP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Family Paralegal