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What is a paralegal?
A paralegal is trained to assist lawyers in a variety of different legal capacities. Paralegal job roles take on more responsibility than clerical tasks but differ from lawyer roles in that the role does not require you to be qualified as a regulated provider under The Legal Services Act 2007. Usually, these will involve a variety of administrative or legal work such as drafting legal documentation or conducting research, and supporting a lawyer’s or law firm’s work.
What does a paralegal do?
Paralegal job roles will vary depending on experience and their area of specialism. Paralegals jobs are found across the public, private and not-for-profit sector, and can specialise in a range of different areas including family law, conveyancing, dispute resolution, employment, family, personal injury, litigation, and crime. General duties of a paralegal will include preparation of legal documents, administrative duties and conducting research. They may also be responsible for providing quotes to clients, interviewing clients or witnesses, and giving clients legal information.
What are the working hours of a paralegal?
Paralegals will generally work around a Monday to Friday structure in an office environment; however, the average hours worked a week will vary depending on the organisation and specialism.
Government and corporate roles will generally be structured around a 9am - 5pm working day. Private law firms may work longer hours in the case of client emergencies and trial preparation. In many roles, a paralegal will occasionally be required to go to court and attend other meetings.
How do you become a paralegal?
Unlike other law roles you won’t need a degree to become a paralegal, although it is essential you have a good knowledge of the legal sector and processes. Work experience in the sector will be valuable when applying for a paralegal role, such as pro bono work and open days.
Those new to the profession can take specialist qualifications that can give them the knowledge and skills necessary to work as a paralegal. Some of the skills a paralegal will need to work effectively are: communication, research, and organisations skills, expert-level written English, time management, problem-solving, IT, and administration skills.
*Please note that all salaries are based on Glassdoor 2021 figures.
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Paralegal Assistants
Are you looking for the first step into a career in law? The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is recruiting paralegal assistants
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Children Law Paralegal - City of London
We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities
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Paralegal/Legal Executive
Due to continued growth, we have an opportunity for a Paralegal/Legal Executive to join our Real Estate team on a full-time basis
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Housing Paralegal
Do you have experience in Housing Law or Housing Development and are keen to work for a L200 law firm with a national presence? This market leading
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Employment Legal Assistant
A rare opportunity has arisen for an Employment Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded law firm based in Altrincham.You will provide assistance w
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Probate Paralegal
This is a great opportunity for an experienced probate assistant/paralegal to work for a respected Legal 500 firm in Hove.The firm offers hybrid wor
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Executries Paralegal
A well-known national firm in central Edinburgh is seeking to hire an experience Executries Paralegal to support its Private Client team. The firm h
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Medical Negligence Paralegal
This well-established South Yorkshire based firm is looking for a Medical Negligence Paralegal to join its team in the Hull office.The successful Me
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Conveyancing Assistant
Due to organic growth, one of Yorkshire's leading law firms is looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to be based at its central Leeds office.
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Personal Injury Paralegal
RTA Portal ParalegalAre you an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal looking to join one of the UK's leading firms?A new role has become available f
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Conveyancing Assistant
Due to organic growth, one of Yorkshire's leading law firms is looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to be based at its Chapel Allerton office
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RTA Litigation Executive
National firm held in the highest of regard for its personal injury and insurance offering has an exciting opportunity for a confident and capable R
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Private Client Paralegal - Devon
Excellent opportunity for a Paralegal to join a well-established law firm.
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Litigation Paralegal - Exeter
Litigation Paralegal / Legal Executive - Exeter
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Residential Property PA, Cranleigh
Excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Property PA to join a thriving Property team at an award winning law firm.
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