Family Paralegal
Our client is seeking a Family Paralegal / Caseworker to join their growing Family Law team in Bedford, 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 ..... full job details .....
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