Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment
Our client is seeking a Family Paralegal / Caseworker to join their growing Family Law team in Luton, Bedfordshire.
This role will support solicitors across a varied caseload of both privately funded and publicly funded family matters, providing hands-on experience within a busy and supportive legal environment.
The successful candidate will assist with a wide range of family law matters while developing their legal knowledge and client management skills.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support solicitors with privately funded and Legal Aid family law matters
• Assist with the preparation and management of client files from instruction through to conclusion
• Draft correspondence, legal documents, witness statements, and court forms
• Prepare hearing bundles and supporting documentation
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, experts, and third parties via telephone, email, and in person
• Provide professional and empathetic support to clients during sensitive matters
• Take detailed instructions and maintain accurate attendance notes
• Assist on matters including divorce, children matters, domestic abuse proceedings, injunctions, financial remedy matters, and public family proceedings
• Support Legal Aid applications and CCMS procedures where applicable
• Undertake legal research and assist fee earners with case preparation
• Open, maintain, and close files in line with compliance procedures
• Manage diaries, appointments, and court deadlines
• Carry out general administrative tasks to support the department
Requirements / Skills / Experience:
• Previous experience within a family law department as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Caseworker
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work within deadlines
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and case management systems
Package / Benefits:
• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity for long-term progression within family law
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.
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