Family Assistant
Birmingham - Office Based
£22,000 - £25,000
 
A fantastic, established Birmingham firm, known to us as a client for many years are keen to add an experienced Legal Assistant to their already impressive Family team.
Based in well-equipped offices in an impressive setting, close to commuter links, the Legal Assistant will benefit from working with a cohesive team of Assistants, Fee Earners and Partners to deliver a high quality of a full range of Legal Assistant Duties in Birmingham. 

Duties and responsibilities of the Assistant in Family:
*Supporting the Solicitors and Partners within the team with their caseload 
*Drafting notices in line with client instructions
*To register interests on Common Platform regarding criminal matters.  Be familiar with Egress, CJSM and Crown Court Digital Case System
*Use of ALB Case Management System
*Attending PLO’s
*Making applications for legal aid and keeping on top of CCMS
*Making any necessary applications for payments of disbursements
*Liaising with the firms Cost Drafting Team regarding High Cost Cases
*Taking instructions from clients in person, via Teams etc
*Preparing and Drafting Position Statements
*Instructing Counsel, where necessary
*Researching and instructing other experts
*Preparing briefs to counsel or letters of instructions to experts
*Part 25 applications and letters of instruction
*Sitting behind counsel
*Observing Senior Fee Earner at court
*Compiling Bundles and ensuring they are always up to date (Electronically)
Skills Required:
*Prior Family Assistant experience is essential
*Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
*Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal)
*Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a range of tasks
*Commitment to good customer service
*Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses
*Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets
*Willing to listen and learn
*Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues
*Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed and approachable
*Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure

The firm are offering 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a range of competitive benefits. If you are an experienced Paralegal, based in or near Birmingham, please get in touch for confidential consideration or send your CV to .