About Us
We are a firm of solicitors with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. Our Family Department is expanding, and we are seeking a dedicated Family Legal Assistant to provide vital support to our family law team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant to develop their career within a supportive and professional environment.
Role Overview
The Family Legal Assistant will play a key role in supporting the family team with day-to-day casework, administration, and client communications. The role involves handling enquiries, preparing legal documentation and ensuring smooth case management from initial instruction through to court proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
- Deal with incoming email and telephone enquiries, providing a first point of contact for clients.
- Assist solicitors in preparing legal documents and correspondence.
- Manage client communications, ensuring timely responses and excellent client service.
- Organise and maintain case files, both electronic and paper, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Schedule appointments, coordinate meetings, and manage diaries for family lawyers.
- Assist in preparing for court hearings, conferences, and client meetings.
- Perform general administrative duties including filing, data entry, and managing correspondence.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
- Previous experience as a Family Legal Assistant.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and client care skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively.
- Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: FAMASSIST
