Paralegal - Family Law

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join my clients growing team based in their Harrogate offices.

The Role:

As a Paralegal in the family team you will be responsible with supporting the fee earners with full administrative support.

Main Accountabilities:

• Management of client matters in a timely and accurate manner, using the case management system Proclaim, in line with the firms standards and regulatory requirements.

• Preparation, organisation, and archiving of legal files and all supporting documentation.

• Diary management for the Fee Earner including booking client appointments and other meetings as required.

• Preparation of client correspondence using audio typing, word processing or digital dictation.

• Handling of client and 3rd party telephone calls, enquiries, and requests, ensuring that all are dealt with efficiently and politely and in line with the firms Client Charter.

• Ownership of incoming e-mails, post, photocopying and other administrative duties as required.

• Preparation of court documentation including e-bundling.

• Use of the online divorce portal to accurately upload documents.

• Preparation of client bills and manage account ledgers.

• Provision of support to other assistants and the management team as required.

Skills & Experience:

• Verbal communication:
The ability to listen to clients and colleagues and respond in an approachable, respectful, and professional manner

• Written communication:
The ability to communicate clearly, concisely and with accurate grammar and punctuation, in a tone which upholds the professional image and brand of the firm.

• Organisational ability:
The ability to own and prioritise tasks and to use your time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Strong IT proficiency:
Including use of Microsoft Office applications and the case management system, Proclaim.

• Teamwork:
The ability to treat colleagues with respect, and to be supportive and positive in the workplace in order to contribute to a friendly working atmosphere.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment

Please Note:

Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.