Family/Care Paralegal

Description

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Care or Family Paralegal to join its expanding Child Care team based in Leicester, Leicestershire on a hybrid working basis.

The firm is people-focused and offers a supportive, progressive environment with strong emphasis on development, flexibility, and client service. The role sits within a busy public law team handling a wide range of legally aided care matters.

Role Responsibilities

• Acting as a first point of contact for clients and new enquiries

• Supporting case allocation and ongoing client communication

• Managing diaries, appointments, and court listings

• Supporting solicitors with client instructions and follow-ups

• File opening, conflict checks, and general case administration

• Liaising with counsel, experts, and third parties

• Preparing court documents, bundles, and supporting trial preparation

• Drafting letters, notes, applications, and routine legal documentation

• Assisting with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) processes, including CCMS submissions, extensions, prior authority, and billing support

• Attending client meetings (Legal Help work, supervised)

• Attending court with counsel and taking notes where required

• Closing files and ensuring compliance with internal processes

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a legal environment, ideally within a Child Care / Family team

• Experience with Legal Aid Agency processes (CCMS desirable)

• Paralegal or legal support experience preferred

• Strong communication and client care skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong organisational and time management ability

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

• Good written communication and drafting ability

• Professional, discreet, and empathetic approach

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, xjnqpsq Outlook)

• Comfortable using case management systems

• Understanding of legal processes and office systems

Package

• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

• Birthday leave after 1 year of service

• Pension scheme

• Medicash health plan

• Flexible and hybrid working

• Social events

• Career development and internal progression opportunities

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly

Ad ID: 5418489394