Family/Care Paralegal

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Care or Family Paralegal to join its expanding Child Care team based in Leicester, Leicestershire on a hybrid working basis.

The firm is people-focused and offers a supportive, progressive environment with strong emphasis on development, flexibility, and client service. The role sits within a busy public law team handling a wide range of legally aided care matters.

Role Responsibilities

• Acting as a first point of contact for clients and new enquiries
• Supporting case allocation and ongoing client communication
• Managing diaries, appointments, and court listings
• Supporting solicitors with client instructions and follow-ups
• File opening, conflict checks, and general case administration
• Liaising with counsel, experts, and third parties
• Preparing court documents, bundles, and supporting trial preparation
• Drafting letters, notes, applications, and routine legal documentation
• Assisting with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) processes, including CCMS submissions, extensions, prior authority, and billing support
• Attending client meetings (Legal Help work, supervised)
• Attending court with counsel and taking notes where required
• Closing files and ensuring compliance with internal processes

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a legal environment, ideally within a Child Care / Family team
• Experience with Legal Aid Agency processes (CCMS desirable)
• Paralegal or legal support experience preferred
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management ability
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Good written communication and drafting ability
• Professional, discreet, and empathetic approach
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Comfortable using case management systems
• Understanding of legal processes and office systems

Package

• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Birthday leave after 1 year of service
• Pension scheme
• Medicash health plan
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Social events
• Career development and internal progression opportunities

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed