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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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Conveyancing Experience/Paralegal.
We require a legally experienced person to fill two immediate Paralegals / Trainee Solicitors positions
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Police Claims Lawyer / Fee Earner
Specialise in acting on behalf of various police forces, claims handlers and insurers in the defence of civil actions against the police.
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Housing Law Paralegal - City of London
Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country
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Private Client Solicitor / CILEX
Established North Kent practice seeks Private Client CILEX or Solicitor to join busy department. Our client has roots going back over 100yrs with v...
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Wills & Probate (Part Time)
Are you a Private Client Solicitor or ILEX looking for a role which offers a mix of home/office working within a very relaxed solicitors practice (...
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Residential Property (50% Home Working)
Leading Sussex practice seeks Residential Property Solicitor or ILEX to take over existing caseload offering 50% home/remote working. You will be j...
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Civil & Commercial Litigator
CRA Legal are recruiting on behalf of a reputable, regional law firm with a an excellent reputation and are recognised amongst the Legal 500. The f...
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Contentious Probate Fee Earner
CRA Legal are recruiting on behalf of a reputable regional law firm. Our client is looking to hire a Litigation Fee Earner to join their renowned C...
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Litigation Executive - Public Law
CRA Legal are recruiting on behalf of a reputable regional law firm. Our client is looking to hire a Litigation Executive to join their renowned Ci...
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Industrial Disease Litigator
Our client are a leading practice in the employer liability injury and industrial disease space. They are a long-standing, reputable organisation w...
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Junior costs negotiator
Junior costs negotiator
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Commercial Paralegal - Qatar
Commercial Paralegal - Qatar
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Employment Advisor
Well establish legal practice looking for their Employment advisory department
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Private Client Paralegal
Position: Private Client ParalegalLocation: YorkType: Full-timeAre you passionate about providing exceptional legal support to clients? Do you thrive
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Real Estate Paralegal
Competitive salaryHybrid workingHigh-quality corporate and commercial workClose-knit, professional team
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