Family Paralegal

A well established High Street law firm is seeking a Family Paralegal to join its Family team in Newbury. This Family Paralegal role offers exposure to a broad range of private family matters, supporting solicitors throughout the full case lifecycle. The Family Paralegal will gain hands-on experience across client care, legal drafting and case preparation. This Family Paralegal opportunity is suited to someone looking to build a long-term career within family law.

The successful Family Paralegal will join a respected local law firm with an established Family team advising clients on a wide range of private family matters. The team provides a supportive working environment, ongoing mentoring and direct exposure to client work alongside experienced solicitors.

As the Family Paralegal you will support fee earners across a varied caseload of family matters.

The role will include:

* Assisting with divorce, financial remedy and private children matters* Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court bundles* Conducting legal research and case preparation* Managing case files and maintaining accurate records* Liaising with clients, barristers, courts and third parties* Supporting domestic abuse and cohabitation matters* Assisting with general file administration and case progression* Monitoring deadlines and ensuring matters progress efficiently

You will have previous family law experience and a genuine interest in developing your career within family law.

The Family Paralegal must have:

* Previous experience within a Family Law team* Strong drafting and communication skills* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities* Professional, empathetic and client focused approach* Strong administrative and case management skills* Good IT and case management system skills* Ability to work effectively within a team

* £25,000 to £28,000 salary* Training and development opportunities* Exposure to a broad range of family law matters* Direct mentoring from experienced Family solicitors* Supportive and collaborative team environment* Long term career progression* Competitive benefits package

If you are a Family Paralegal considering your next career move, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James on for a confidential discussion.