Location: Pontypool
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
An excellent opportunity to join a specialist Child Care team
A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Child Care Legal Assistant to join its busy and growing team in Pontypool.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant looking to develop their career within Children Law / Child Care, working alongside experienced solicitors on a varied caseload involving often complex and sensitive matters.
The team represents parents, family members and children across a range of public and private law proceedings, including care proceedings, pre-proceedings work, Special Guardianship applications and matters involving Local Authorities and social services.
The Role
You will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the Child Care team, assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of their caseloads.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting solicitors with the management of Child Care and Family Law matters
Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents, court applications and correspondence
Accurately typing and transcribing dictation
Preparing court bundles and ensuring court deadlines and directions are complied with
Liaising with clients, Local Authorities, Cafcass, Courts, experts and other professionals
Managing correspondence and maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records
Handling telephone enquiries and arranging appointments and meetings
Opening and closing files and ensuring all administrative and regulatory requirements are met
Supporting fee earners with billing, Legal Aid administration and case management
Providing a professional, empathetic and sensitive service to clients, many of whom may be vulnerable
About You
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within a legal environment, with experience in Family Law or Child Care Law particularly advantageous.
You will ideally have:
Previous experience in a Legal Assistant or similar legal support role
An interest in developing your career within Children Law / Child Care
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to deal sensitively and professionally with vulnerable clients
Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines
A proactive, adaptable and positive approach
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
Previous Legal Aid experience would be beneficial but is not essential
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary based on experience
Permanent, full-time opportunity
Supportive and friendly working environment
Excellent exposure to a specialist Child Care practice
Varied and interesting caseload
Opportunity to develop your legal knowledge and experience
Training and long-term career development opportunities
Interested?
If you are a Legal Assistant with an interest in Children Law / Child Care and are looking for your next opportunity with a respected law firm, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact Dan Mason at Yolk Recruitment for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£26500.00 - £26500.00 per year