Family Paralegal - Leading Regional Law Firm (North West)
Location: North West (commutable from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, and surrounding areas)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Firm
A well-established and highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Family Paralegal to join its respected Family Law team. The firm has a strong reputation across the North West for providing clear, compassionate, and practical advice to clients, handling a broad range of family matters with professionalism and care.

You’ll be joining a supportive and friendly team that values collaboration, personal development, and client service excellence. The firm offers genuine career progression opportunities, with a proven track record of developing paralegals into trainee solicitors and qualified fee earners.

The Role
*As a Family Paralegal, you’ll assist solicitors and partners across a varied caseload, including:
*Divorce and civil partnership dissolution
*Financial remedy proceedings
*Private law children matters
*Cohabitation and separation agreements
*Domestic abuse and injunction work
*General administrative and client care support
*You’ll be expected to handle initial client enquiries, prepare court bundles, draft correspondence, and liaise with clients, counsel, and third parties.
*This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in family law who’s looking to develop their career within a highly reputable firm.

The Person
*Minimum of 6-12 months’ experience working as a Family Paralegal or Legal Assistant (private or public family law).
*A strong academic background (LLB, LPC, or SQE advantageous).
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach.
*Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
*Compassionate, discreet, and professional when handling sensitive matters.
*A genuine interest in pursuing a long-term career in family law.

What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary dependent on experience.
*Hybrid working options after probation.
*Supportive, close-knit team environment.
*Ongoing professional development and clear progression routes.
*Exposure to quality family law work across the region.

Next Steps

If you’re an enthusiastic Family Paralegal looking to join a respected regional practice where you can make a real impact and progress your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact us confidentially for more information Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge Legal