Matrimonial/Family Legal Assistant

Location : London, Bristol or GloucesterSalary : CompetitiveHours : Monday Friday, 37.5 hours per weekContract : Full time, PermanentAbout Davies and Partners SolicitorsDavies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years' experience. It has a national reputation for excellence across a wide selection of legal services for businesses and individuals. We have four offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol and Gloucester.The RoleThis is a varied role encompassing paralegal duties supporting our Matrimonial/Family legal team, reporting to Hazel McNaught, our Legal Director and Head of Matrimonial/Family.Key ResponsibilitiesAssisting fee earners in client meetingsDrafting legal documentationPreparing legal documents, letters and emailsUploading applications and documents to courtDealing with clients on the phone and in writingAttendance at court hearingsResearch on all areas of family law including expert casesAudio typing of standard letters, court documents and telephone file notesCollating bundles of instructions to counsel and collating trial bundlesRaising bills and chasing paymentUpdating databases and directoriesEnsuring files are kept tidy and filing is up-to-dateOpening new files as instructedClosing and archiving files on matter completionProviding assistance to clients and external solicitors with informationIdentifying the urgency of phone calls and escalating appropriatelyPreparing standard documentation under supervision and using own initiativeOther ad hoc duties as requiredThis is a flexible role and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities as requested. We reserve the right to introduce changes in line with technological developments which may impact upon your job duties or methods of working.What We're Looking ForEssentialAppropriate DBS disclosureRight to live and work in the UK (valid UK or EU passport or appropriate visa/work permits)Proficient in spoken and written EnglishProficient in use of ITExperience in audio typingAbility to remain calm under pressureProfessional attitude towards workAbility to work well in a teamAdaptable to changeExcellent attention to detail and accuracy skillsAbility to maintain client confidentialityDesirableUse of case management systemsOffice experience in a legal environmentComplianceAs part of our compliance procedures, applicants are asked to note that:References will be followed upAll gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorilyProof of identity and (where applicable) qualifications will be requiredReference requests will ask specifically whether you have ever been subject to any proceedings or complaints initiated by the Law Society or any other professional bodyAppropriate suitability checks may be required prior to confirmation of appointmentThis role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role may require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, final warnings as well as convictions.Equal OpportunitiesDavies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws.You may have experience in the following: Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Family Law Assistant, Matrimonial Assistant, Legal Secretary, Court Administrator, Case Manager, Document Management, Family Solicitor Support, Legal Support Specialist, etc.TPBN1_UKTJ