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Paralegal

Nicholas Associates

Liverpool City Region

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking motivated Paralegals to join their dynamic team in Liverpool. This role offers the opportunity to assist in various legal tasks, including managing client files, communicating with courts, and providing essential support to the legal team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a vibrant environment, showcasing excellent time management and communication skills. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this firm welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. If you're ready to make a difference in the legal field, this position is perfect for you.

At least 12 months experience in a family law team is preferable.
Experience with Case Management Systems and Legal Aid Portal is essential.

Assist the legal team with file management and client updates.
Communicate with courts and prepare documents for hearings.
Manage diaries and client appointments effectively.

Teamwork

Time Management

Communication

Client Interaction

Self-Starter

Experience in Family Law

Case Management Systems

Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS)

Laserforms

Excel

My client, a successful Solicitors is currently looking for Paralegals to work in either their Liverpool city centre, Wirral or Crosby branches.

Role responsibilities:

Opening files
Day to day assistance for the team
Updating clients on case progress
Communicating with courts, experts and agencies
Appointment making
Taking and making calls
Preparing bundles of documents for hearings
Dealing with clients both in person and remotely where necessary
General legal and admin support
Diary management
Attending court assisting counsel and/or clients
Carrying out legal aid assessments and applications
Taking client appointments and initial instructions

The right person for this job will:

Be a self-starter and always ready to get involved
Good with people
Work well within a vibrant team
Be flexible and able to accommodate client or team needs
Have great time management skills and be able to prioritise heavy workloads
It is preferable to have at least 12 months experience working in a family law team
Experience of Case Management Systems and Laserforms (essential)
Experience of Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS) (essential)
Experience of Excel spreadsheets (desirable)

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group.

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