Role Overview:
- Assist solicitors with caseloads, including conducting legal research, preparing documentation, and drafting correspondence.
- Handle initial client enquiries and provide information about the firm’s services and family law procedures.
- Prepare and file legal documents, including petitions, affidavits, and court applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
- Liaise with clients, counsel, and other third parties, maintaining professional and effective communication.
- Manage and organise case files, maintaining up-to-date and accurate records.
- Attend court proceedings, client meetings, and mediation sessions, taking detailed notes and providing support as needed.
- Assist in preparing briefs, trial bundles, and other documentation for hearings and trials.
- Conduct administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, managing diaries, and handling incoming correspondence.
- Stay informed of changes in family law and update the team on relevant legal developments.
Employee Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Hybrid Working
- Bonus Scheme
- Staff Socials
- Reward & Recognition
About the Business:
- CRA Consulting is seeking a dedicated and proactive Family Paralegal on behalf of our client. This role is integral to their esteemed Family Law team based in Sheffield. The successful candidate will support solicitors in delivering exceptional service to clients, managing various family law matters including divorce, child custody, and financial settlements. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated individual looking to advance their career within a prestigious legal environment.
- Our firm are an award-winning, legal 500 organisation who boast a renowned reputation throughout the UK. They hold a strong network, and are well-known for delivering high-quality services to high-net worth individuals and their businesses.
About CRA Consulting:
- CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.
- For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.
Application Criteria:
- Previous experience in private family law will be a significant advantage
- Previous experience in commercial / corporate areas of legal practice will be considered
- If a law graduate, you will need a 2:1 or higher to be considered
- Strong academics are desired
- Completed SQE or LPC preferred
How to Apply:
- If this Family Paralegal vacancy, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call 0114 241 8030 for a confidential discussion.
- Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at www.craconsultants.com/jobs
Additional Information:
- CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
- This Family Paralegal vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.
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