Are you a dedicated and highly organised Family Law Paralegal ready to take the next step in your legal career? Join a respected London law firm renowned for providing compassionate, client-focused family law services across the region. The team is known for a supportive and collaborative environment and continuous investment in personal and professional development. This opportunity provides exposure to a diverse caseload, competitive remuneration, and clear career progression, making it ideal for talented professionals driven by service excellence.

Key Responsibilities in Family Law Support

• Supporting solicitors on a wide caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, domestic abuse, and cohabitation disputes.
• Drafting, preparing, and reviewing legal documentation such as petitions, witness statements, consent orders, financial disclosure forms, and court bundles to a high standard.
• Managing case files, ensuring all relevant documents, correspondence, and attendance notes are properly maintained and up to date on the case management system.
• Liaising professionally with clients, counsel, courts, experts, and other relevant parties throughout all stages of a matter to support a timely and satisfactory resolution.
• Undertaking legal research, preparing chronologies, and assisting with the preparation of court papers and hearing bundles.
• Ensuring compliance with the SRA, GDPR, and other regulatory standards at every stage of the case.
• Demonstrating a high level of client care when supporting individuals through sensitive and often challenging circumstances.

Essential Skills & Experience for a Family Law Paralegal Role

• Minimum of 12 months’ experience supporting family law matters within a law firm or related legal environment.
• A solid understanding of family law processes, the Family Procedure Rules, and relevant forms and protocols.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to strict deadlines.
• Clear and professional communication skills—written and verbal—with an ability to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Demonstrable attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving within a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and in all interactions with clients.

Benefits & Opportunities in Leading Family Law

• Competitive salary and full benefits package based on experience and skills.
• Access to ongoing professional development, training, and clear opportunities for career progression within the firm’s reputable family law team.
• Varied and high-quality work, collaborating closely with experienced solicitors and specialists in family law.
• Comprehensive induction, mentoring support, and regular performance feedback to encourage professional growth.