Eventus Legal are seeking a Family Paralegal to join a well established Family and Matrimonial team in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire. This is a full-time, permanent job position offering a competitive salary of up to £30,000, hybrid working, 25 days' holiday, pension, local parking and excellent training and development. You will gain exposure to good quality private and publicly funded family work, attend court and work closely with an experienced Head of Department, with the opportunity to develop towards managing your own files.
Role Responsibilities
As a Family Paralegal in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas, you will support an experienced family law team with a varied caseload of private and publicly funded family matters. Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting the Head of Department and wider family team with the progression of private and publicly funded family cases including divorce, separation agreements, pre and post-nuptial agreements, matrimonial finance, domestic abuse and violence and children and care matters
- Preparing files and supporting the team in readiness for hearings and other key stages of each matter
- Attending court as required and providing practical support during proceedings
- Taking increasing responsibility for matters as your experience and confidence develop
- Managing your own files where appropriate, with ongoing supervision and support
- Maintaining accurate and well organised case files while working to relevant deadlines
Person Specification
This Family Paralegal job in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire will suit someone who is keen to build a long term career within family law. Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate the following:
- Previous experience supporting family law matters within a dedicated family law team
- An understanding of private or publicly funded family work, with exposure to both being advantageous
- The confidence and professionalism to attend court and support clients through sensitive matters
- Strong organisation and attention to detail when managing documents, deadlines and competing priorities
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- A collaborative approach and willingness to learn from experienced colleagues
- The motivation to take on greater responsibility and progress towards managing files independently
Benefits and Rewards
This Family Paralegal opportunity in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire offers a strong combination of flexibility, development and day-to-day support. The successful Family Paralegal will also benefit from:
- A competitive salary of up to £30,000
- Hybrid working with days working remotely from home available
- 25 days' holiday excluding bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Local parking
- Training and development from experienced family law professionals
- Opportunities to progress and take responsibility for your own files
- Exposure to good quality private and publicly funded family work
About the Law Firm
This long established regional law firm provides legal services to individuals and businesses and has a strong commitment to clear advice, open communication and high standards of client care. The Family Paralegal will join an established and supportive Family and Matrimonial team where experienced lawyers are accessible, professional development is encouraged and there is genuine scope to build confidence and responsibility through varied work.
Next Steps
Apply now to be considered for this new job opportunity in Nottinghamshire. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Family Paralegal job, please send your CV to Izzie Vaughan at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at Izzie.vaughan@eventuslegal.com or phone 07497 389531 for a confidential discussion. Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
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