Job Description

Are you a dedicated and highly organised Family Law Paralegal ready to take the next step in your legal career? Join a respected London law firm renowned for providing compassionate, client-focused family law services across the region. The team is known for a supportive and collaborative environment and continuous investment in personal and professional development. This opportunity provides exposure to a diverse caseload, competitive remuneration, and clear career progression, making it ideal for talented professionals driven by service excellence.

Key Responsibilities in Family Law Support

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Supporting solicitors on a wide caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, domestic abuse, and cohabitation disputes. Drafting, preparing, and reviewing legal documentation such as petitions, witness statements, consent orders, financial disclosure forms, and court bundles to a high standard. Managing case files, ensuring all relevant documents, correspondence, and attendance notes are properly maintained and up to date on the case management system. Liaising professionally with clients, counsel, courts, experts, and other relevant parties throughout all stages of a matter to support a timely and satisfactory resolution. Undertaking legal research, preparing chronologies, and assisting with the preparation of court papers and hearing bundles. Ensuring compliance with the SRA, GDPR, and other regulatory standards at every stage of the case. Demonstrating a high level of client care when supporting individuals through sensitive and often challenging circumstances.
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Essential Skills & Experience for a Family Law Paralegal Role

Minimum of 12 months' experience supporting family law matters within a law firm or related legal environment. A solid understanding of family law processes, the Family Procedure Rules, and relevant forms and protocols. Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to strict deadlines. Clear and professional communication skills--written and verbal--with an ability to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and external parties. Demonstrable attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving within a fast-paced team environment. Proficiency in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications. Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and in all interactions with clients.
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Benefits & Opportunities in Leading Family Law

Competitive salary and full benefits package based on experience and skills. Access to ongoing professional development, training, and clear opportunities for career progression within the firm's reputable family law team. Varied and high-quality work, collaborating closely with experienced solicitors and specialists in family law. * Comprehensive induction, mentoring support, and regular performance feedback to encourage professional growth.