Family Law Paralegal
- Employer
- Gemini Recruitment
- Location
- Harrow, London
- Salary
- £16,000 to £20,000 per annum, Depending on Experience
- Closing date
- 11 Dec 2019
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- Practice area
- Other, Children law, Family, Family mediation, Social welfare/Benefits, Social care
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- PQE
- Newly qualified, Not applicable
- Position
- Paralegal
- Sector
- Private practice
Job Details
The Company
We represent a nationwide, Legal 500 firm seeking to recruit committed Family Law Paralegals on a full-time, permanent basis. Our Client has a specialist Family and Child Care team of 120+ solicitors and caseworkers in various locations across the UK and is looking for paralegals who are keen to develop a career in Family Law and Child Law work. The position may lead to a training contract in the future.
The Company is a leading Legal Aid practice employing 700 staff providing services across England and Wales and is recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers for its excellence in Family and Child Care Law. The Company is embarking on an ambitious plan to expand their Family & Children Team to 150 staff by the end of this financial year.
The Role
Assisting Solicitors in carrying out specific tasks on their caseload of;
- Family / Children matters and Care Proceedings
- Contact issues
- Parental Responsibility
- Residency
- Acting for The Local Authority
- Wardship proceedings
- Abduction
- Adoption.
- Divorce
- Mediation
The Candidate
Applications are encouraged from Paralegals who have a strong desire to practice in Family and Child Care Law.
- Prior experience in Family Law and Child Care Law would be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
- Must have completed their degree in Law.
- Must be enrolled on to the LPC or have completed the LPC
- Good IT skills to work in a paperless environment are essential.
- Must be committed and keen and eager to learn at a fast pace.
Benefits
- Excellent remuneration package,
- Practicing Certificate paid for,
- Excellent training opportunities,
- Accreditation and re accreditation fees paid for
- Vast range of training webinars/e-library,
- Opportunities for career development and progression,
- Supportive team environment,
- Flexible working arrangements/considered,
- Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition.
If this sounds of interest, please apply now for one of our agents to contact you.
Or
To discuss further call: 0203 633 2336
Note: By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company.
Company
Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.
Our primary aim is to deliver a quality bespoke service to our clients. We are currently handling the careers of a number of experienced legal professionals ranging from legal support staff to Solicitors. Our clients are based across the country and have vacancies covering numerous areas of law. If you are looking for your first job or want to move up the career ladder, we can help.
The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.
- Website
- https://www.geminirecruitment.com/
- Telephone
- 020 3633 2336
- Location
-
4 Maddox St
London
UK
W1S 1QT
GB
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