Family Paralegal
Location
Chester, Cheshire
Salary
£22000-26000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Family
Reference
LKR1403
Exciting Role for a Family Paralegal in Chester.
ABOUT THE FIRM
Our client is seeking a dedicated Family Paralegal to join their busy Family Law Department in Chester. As a Family Paralegal, you will be part of a team that values traditional legal services blended with a modern approach. The firm is known for its friendly, professional advice and holds numerous industry accreditations.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Family Paralegal, you will be responsible for arranging appointments and meetings, managing diaries, preparing bundles, and maintaining client contact. Your role will also involve telephone communication with clients and outside agencies, database management, and the use of the Client and Cost Management System (CCMS) would be advantageous. The salary for this Family Paralegal position is negotiable based on your experience, and you will benefit from ongoing training, guidance, and support from the team.
ABOUT YOU
To excel in this Family Paralegal role, you should possess excellent communication and telephone skills, the ability to work independently, and strong time management skills. Good presentation and organisational skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and proficient IT skills are also essential. Proven experience in a Family Law department or an educational background including Family Law modules will be highly regarded.
NEXT STEPS?
If this opportunity sounds of interest then please apply through the advert or contact Laura-Kate at Thornton Legal directly on 07731525692 or laurakate@thorntonlegal.co.uk. Stated PQE and salary levels are for guidance only.
Thornton Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency. We regularly recruit for international, national, Legal 500, regional and boutique law firms across Merseyside, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire and the West Midlands. Main locations include Liverpool, Chester, Preston, Manchester, Leeds and Shropshire. At Thornton Legal we work with partners, solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants across a range of practice areas including (but not exclusively) corporate, commercial property, residential property, employment, litigation, private client and family.
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