Family Paralegal Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Family Paralegal to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Working directly with partners and other senior lawyers in the team;
- Attending Court when required;
- Undertaking research in ever-changing Family Laws;
- Preparing case bundles;
- Taking on high levels of responsibility including direct contact with clients;
- Enhancing your advocacy experience by observing family proceedings at Court;
- Working on a variety of family matters such as divorce and care proceedings;
- An abundance of client facing time;
- Extensive drafting and negotiation.
Requirements:
- Ability to undertake basic legal work under supervision;
- Previous experience within Family Law;
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Previous Paralegal experience in Family is ideal;
- Excellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritise;
- Strong academics – LLB/GDL and LPC required (at least 2.1 / Commendation or above);
- Client service focused;
- Previous experience within a Paralegal or Legal Assistant role;
- Excellent organisational skills.