Family Legal Assistant (Secretary/ Paralegal)

Location: Farnham, Surrey
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Circa £25-32,000 – depending on experience

We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Family Law Assistant to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for family law and a commitment to providing exceptional support to our solicitors and clients during sensitive and complex cases.

Day to day of the role:

Assist solicitors in the preparation of legal documents related to family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and support.
Conduct legal research and draft memos on various family law issues.
Manage case files and maintain organised and comprehensive case documentation.
Liaise with clients, providing empathetic support and ensuring they are kept informed about the progress of their cases.
Schedule appointments, court dates, and mediation sessions.
Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as petitions, responses, affidavits, and briefs.
Assist with the discovery process, including the collection, analysis, and organisation of evidence and documents.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Previous experience in family law is highly desirable.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Dictation, note taking, meeting note taking.
Occasionally travel and attend court when required.
Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
A compassionate and professional demeanour.
General office & Secretarial support.

Benefits:

25 days for fee earners, plus bank holidays and Christmas.
Discretionary bonus based on individual performance.
Private medical insurance.
Death in Service benefit.
Car parking for fee earners.
Standard pension contributions.
Hybrid working arrangements.

To apply for the Family Law position, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in family law.