We are seeking an organised and proactive Family Legal Assistant to join our busy and growing Family Law department. Reporting to the Head of Department, the successful candidate will provide essential administrative and legal support to fee earners, ensuring the efficient and effective running of the team.
The primary purpose of the role is to support solicitors and case handlers across a broad range of Family and Children Law matters, including both private and public law cases, enabling them to operate at optimum efficiency while maintaining high standards of client care and service delivery.
This role requires a high level of organisation, attention to detail, and initiative, alongside the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be expected to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external professionals, while handling sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to develop a long-term career in Family Law within a supportive and professional environment.
PersonSpecification & Requirements
- Previous experience in a legal assistant, secretary, or administrative role, ideally within Family Law
- Law degree (LLB) or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential
- Knowledge or experience of Legal Aid and CCMS systems is advantageous
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all work undertaken
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Personable, professional, and confident in dealing with clients and colleagues
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Proactive and flexible approach, with a strong “cando” attitude
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion
- IT proficient, with experience in case management systems and digital dictation tools desirable
Key Responsibilities
- Actively support fee earners and assist the department in working towards individual and departmental targets and objectives set by the Head of Department
- Provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support within a fast-paced legal environment
- Prepare correspondence and legal documentation through word processing and audio typing (including digital dictation systems such as BigHand)
- Assist with the preparation of legal documents, court applications, and routine correspondence
- Prepare and manage CCMS applications, amendments, and Payments on Account (POAs)
- Manage and update new enquiry spreadsheets and assist with onboarding processes
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