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Application closing date:&nbsp; 31st January 2025 We are looking for a Legal Assistant to undertake a variety of administrative and casework tasks at our Head Office in Aldgate, London. You will work under the supervision of a partner and work with other fee earners in the Family Department.&nbsp;The FirmITN Solicitors is a leading law firm with offices in the City (Aldgate),&nbsp; East London (Stratford City area) Manchester and Oxford. We have departments in Children &amp; Family Law, Crime, Human Rights, Public Law, , Immigration, and Actions Against the Police. We conduct complex and high-profile work. Our cases are regularly reported in the media. We are ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners as a leading firm.The DepartmentOur dedicated team of Family and Children lawyers provide high quality services to clients encompassing all aspects of family law. The department is ranked in the Legal 500 and has been involved in high profile, published cases including in the High Court. We deal with a diverse range of family work, including public and private children law, domestic abuse, child abduction, adoption, forced marriage and Female Genital Mutilation, divorce/dissolution of civil partnerships, matrimonial finance, co-habitation and property disputes between unmarried couples, same sex relationships. This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant and growing team who share a collegiate approach to work and are committed to fighting for justice. The Applicant Specification We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are looking for someone who meets the specification below. Required Qualities<ul><li>Experience as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal or in office administration</li><li>Computer literate</li><li>Knowledge of MS Office</li><li>Proven time-management</li><li>Ability to multitask</li><li>Have a strong academic background.</li><li>Have a genuine interest in working in family law</li><li>Commitment to social justice</li><li>Shares ITN’s commitment to providing clients a first-class service</li><li>A positive and active interest in this area of law is essential</li><li>Hard-working and proactive individuals who can use their initiative</li></ul>Desired Qualities<ul><li>Experience of family law</li></ul>The Role The successful applicant will become a valued member of our driven family team and the role will include:<ul><li>To comply with all Professional Codes of Conduct that apply to Solicitors.</li><li>Provide administrative support to the solicitors in the Family team, including making applications for Legal Aid, making enquiries with clients, the court, opponents, and experts, and preparing court bundles.</li><li>Use our case work management system to maintain records, produce documents and record time.</li><li>Arrange meetings and maintain the office calendars.</li><li>Answer telephone calls for fee earners, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate.</li><li>Preparing cases and managing files to ensure readiness for all litigation stages and Court hearings.</li><li>Filing documents at Court.</li><li>Attending meetings/hearings to take notes.</li><li>To be of general assistance as required by the firm.</li></ul>Applications should be made by way of a CV and covering letter to Vanessa Wood via e-mail.Salary: £25,207 per annumBenefits include:&nbsp;23 days holiday p.a. plus all public &amp; Bank Holidays; cycle to work scheme. We have regular social activities &amp; genuinely pride ourselves on having a supportive &amp; friendly culture.&nbsp;We also have excellent flexible working practices.We reserve the right to close this vacancy should suitable candidates be identified prior to the deadline.

Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Family law - ITN Solicitors

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe are a renowned multiservice law firm committed to access for justice. Our lawyers specialise in criminal defence, family law, housing, civil liberties and human rights. We are a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm who are currently recruiting a Paralegal to join our East Dulwich Office.This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being part of a dynamic and growing team. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to fee earners, to include:<ul><li>Providing the highest level of client care in the management of client matters</li><li>Building relationships with internal and external parties</li><li>Ensuring that files are managed effectively, meeting set deadlines, complying with precedents, creating letters or documents on the case management system</li><li>Attending clients and completing public funding applications</li><li>Sorting, labelling and indexing large volumes of documents</li><li>Liaising with local authorities, housing associations and medical professionals to request/receive documents</li><li>Assisting with the preparation of hearing bundles</li><li>Attending and taking notes of internal and client meetings</li><li>Ad hoc duties and other related duties as required</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>Committed to access to justice and representing vulnerable clients</li><li>Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently as well as in a team</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure</li><li>Have completed either a law degree or the GDL. Ideally, candidates will also have completed the LPC, although this is not essential</li><li>Candidates who are undertaking or looking to undertake the SQE will also be considered</li><li>Keen interest in social justice whether through employment or working within the community</li></ul>You will receive a positive and supportive working environment with a team that prides themselves on promoting from within, exposure to industry specialists and a fantastic opportunity to start or continue your development in an award-winning law firm.We are looking for individuals who are able to join the team ASAP and those on short or no notice periods may be preferred.The firm will consider applications from those seeking permanent positions as well as those interested in a 12-month fixed term contract.Salary and benefits start at £25,642.00 but will be negotiable and will reflect experience or potential of the candidate but we pay the London Real Living Wage as a minimum salary for a 37.5 hourly week.Please send your CV and covering letter via email (click apply to access email address)(Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we are unable to respond to all candidates or provide feedback on your application, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days of the application deadline then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.)

Paralegal - Housing - GT Stewart

Deadline 31 January 2025About Us:We are a progressive law firm dedicated to providing outstanding legal services to our clients. Known for our commitment to excellence, we foster a supportive and collaborative work environment where ambition and growth are rewarded. We value continuous learning and provide the tools and opportunities for each team member to reach their full potential.Since our establishment in 2006, we have experienced consistent growth and have become one of the leading firms in the region. We are in the top three for probate providers in the country (figures from MoJ) and were awarded ‘Highly Commended’ in British Wills and Probate Awards for Probate Provider of the Year – South (2024).We offer a comprehensive range of legal services and have a large team of professionals, including members who are STEP, TALL, and ACTAPS certified, as well as a court-appointed Panel Deputy. We are Lexcel and CQS accredited, reflecting our commitment to quality legal services.<ul><li>Location: Bedford, with a client base that extends nationwide.</li><li>Accreditations: Lexcel and CQS accredited, highlighting our dedication to best practices and quality standards.</li></ul>Job Description:We are seeking a motivated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team. This role is designed to provide foundational experience and training, with a clear path to a Trainee Solicitor (i.e. period of recognised training) position starting in September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or someone at the beginning of their legal career to gain valuable hands-on experience while preparing for a future training contract.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assisting solicitors with case preparation, research, and drafting legal documents</li><li>Managing caseloads under supervision and ensuring timely completion of tasks</li><li>Conducting legal research to support ongoing cases and provide insight into various legal matters</li><li>Attending client meetings, supporting clients throughout the legal process</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm and regulatory standards</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Recently completed or in the process of completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or equivalent qualification</li><li>Strong academic record with a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in law</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment</li><li>A proactive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to learn</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Initial role as Legal Assistant/Paralegal with a clear progression to a Trainee Solicitor role in September&nbsp;</li><li>Comprehensive training and mentorship to support your development</li><li>Exposure to various legal practice areas to broaden your experience</li><li>Supportive work environment focused on professional growth</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>How to Apply:Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in this role and relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.If you’re ready to begin your legal career with a firm committed to your growth and success, we would love to hear from you!Benefits:<ul><li>Company events</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Employee discount</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)</li></ul>Trainee Solicitors and Training ContractsFor those interested in pursuing a career in law in the UK, a training contract is an important stepping stone on the path to becoming a qualified solicitor. Training contracts offer individuals the opportunity to gain practical experience, develop professional skills, and build connections within the legal industry.Training contracts are an essential component of solicitor training in the UK. By participating in a training contract, you will gain the practical experience and theoretical knowledge necessary to become a fully qualified solicitor.Solicitor's Training ContractsWhile obtaining a training contract is a challenging and competitive process, hard work and dedication can pay off in the end.For those who are successful in obtaining a training contract, it can be an exciting step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career in law.What will a training contract entail? How do you obtain one? And what should you expect during your training period?What is a training contract for solicitors?A training contract is a two-year contract of employment offered by law firms in the UK. The contract is designed to provide individuals with the practical experience and training required to become a solicitor. During the course of the training contract, individuals work closely with qualified solicitors and learn about the various aspects of legal practice, including client communication, legal research and drafting legal documents.How to obtain a training contractAt Premier Solicitors, we offer Training Contracts on a rolling basis and priority is given to candidates who have worked as a paralegal at the Firm for 1 to 2 years. However, we also welcome applications from other candidates who have appropriate knowledge and experience.&nbsp;Obtaining a training contract is a highly competitive process and candidates are required to have a qualifying law degree or graduate diploma in law (GDL) and must have completed the legal practice course (LPC). In addition to meeting these educational requirements, applicants need to demonstrate a range of skills and competencies relevant to legal practice, such as strong communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.To apply for a training contract, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your educational qualifications, relevant work experience, and key skills to the Practice Manager.What to expect during your training periodDuring the two-year training period, individuals work on a variety of tasks such as assisting with legal research, drafting legal documents, attending and assisting in client meetings, preparing for court hearings, and taking notes. During the training, you will work in different departments of the firm, allowing you to gain diverse experiences.Throughout the training contract, individuals participate in regular training sessions, which will be delivered through both in-house training programs and external training providers. These training sessions will cover a range of topics such as legal practice, professional skills development, and business skills.At the end of the training period, individuals must pass a Professional Skills Course (PSC) before becoming fully qualified solicitors. Completion of the PSC is a requirement set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) in the UK.How to applyTo apply, send a covering letter and CV by e-mail. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive only successful candidates will be contacted.

Legal Assistant/Paralegal with Progression to Training Contract - 2025 - Premier Solicitors

Application deadline: 31 January 2025 23.59pmAbout Leigh Day We are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We’re not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases involving medical negligence, serious personal injuries, discrimination in the workplace, defective products and human rights abuses in this country and overseas.About the team&nbsp; Our Personal Injury team represent clients who have suffered any injury at work or in any public setting whether in this country or abroad when it wasn’t their fault. The department has specialist teams in road traffic accidents including a cycling specific team, work injury and industrial diseases, travel claims, brain and spinal cord injuries.About the role We have an opportunity for a paralegal to join the team to support our claimants and lawyers with our landmark, personal injury cases.Application Process Please return the following documents to <a href="mailto:jobs@leighday.co.uk" target="_blank">jobs@leighday.co.uk</a> by Friday 31st January 2025, 11:59pm: • In one document: A copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter stating why you are interested in this role, your salary expectations and applicable notice period.&nbsp; • The completed application form - click Apply to locate the form and more detailed job description.Please submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the role as interviews will be held on an ongoing basis.Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.&nbsp; Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or recruitment process. There is an option to detail this on your application form, however, please just get in touch should you wish to discuss this prior to formally submitting an application. Please note all conversations or disclosures are treated in the strictest confidence.Employee Benefits · Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker) · 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays) · Enhanced pension contributions (Aviva) · Life assurance 4 x salary · Healthcare cash plan with Medicash · Private Health Insurance (BUPA) · Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off · Cycle to work scheme · Enhanced maternity &amp; paternity pay · Electric car scheme

Paralegal - Personal Injury - Leigh Day

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe are looking for a Paralegal to join our Public Law &amp; Human Rights Team in Bristol.We’re a national law firm with a local reach. Our philosophy is ‘we're legal and financial experts that care’ – something you’ll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams. But we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life’s ups and downs. Working here you’ll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment.We’ll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information.Your Role and What You'll Be DoingWe currently have a paralegal opportunity within the Public Law and Human Rights Department in our Bristol office to undertake casework and support on a range of public law and human rights cases.The team undertake a range of work in the areas of civil liberties (including actions against the police and inquests), mental capacity and Court of Protection welfare disputes, and education. Our lawyers are experts in their field.Our Public Law and Human Rights department is ranked as a leader in a range of fields in both the Chambers &amp; Partners and the Legal 500 directories. Many of our solicitors are ranked individually.We are instructed in interesting and often high profile, cutting-edge cases. We have forged a national reputation for our work on test cases. We have a national reach, with public law teams in ten offices across the country.We hold Legal Aid Agency contracts in public law, community care and claims against public authorities and are also instructed by privately funded individuals, professional associations and institutions, including national and local charities and other voluntary organisations. We work closely with our colleagues and teams in Irwin Mitchell to provide a holistic service to our clientsAbout YouParalegal or public law/human rights experience, particularly within the above areas or other areas of law, would be an advantage, although this is not essential. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the areas of work referred to above, with the successful candidate to primarily assist with health and welfare Court of Protection matters.Successful candidates will have excellent client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs. As a firm, we are committed to protecting clients’ rights and the successful candidate should also have good communication skills in order to be able to work effectively with a range of people.&nbsp;Candidates will also be expected to have excellent analytical and organisational skills, be committed to teamwork, take a thorough approach to documenting their work, be IT literate, attentive to detail, and have the ability to use their own initiative. A working knowledge of legal aid systems is also desirable. This position would suit well-motivated individuals with intelligence, ambition, lateral thinking skills and sound judgment. You must hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent.If you thrive on being busy and can adapt well to new challenges, then we will give you all the training and support you’ll need to help you succeed in this highly rewarding role.&nbsp;Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You<ul><li>25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.</li><li>Generous and flexible pension schemes.</li><li>Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)</li><li>Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.</li></ul>We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. &nbsp;This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.Additional InformationAs part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks ­with our trusted 3rd parties.The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Paralegal - Public Law & Human Rights - Irwin Mitchell

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe’re a national law firm with a local reach. Our philosophy is ‘we're legal and financial experts that care’ – something you’ll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams. But we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life’s ups and downs. Working here you’ll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment.We’ll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information.Our TeamOur Public Law &amp; Human rights team undertake a range of work in the areas of judicial review, civil liberties (including inquests and actions against the police), education, social care, healthcare and medical treatment, mental capacity and Court of Protection welfare disputes. Our lawyers are experts in their field.You will work with Gerard Devaney-Khodja in our Manchester office. Gerard specialises in public law and human rights, focusing on civil liberties and judicial review challenges.Our Public Law and Human Rights department is ranked as a leader in a range of fields in both the Chambers &amp; Partners and the Legal 500 directories many of our solicitors are ranked individually.We are instructed in interesting and often high profile, cutting-edge cases. We have forged a national reputation for our work on test cases. We have a national reach, with public law teams in ten offices across the country.We hold Legal Aid Agency contracts in public law, community care and actions against the police and are also instructed by privately funded individuals, professional associations and institutions including national and local charities and other voluntary organisations. We work closely with our colleagues and teams in Irwin Mitchell to provide a holistic service toAbout YouParalegal or public law/human rights experience, particularly within the above areas or other areas of law, would be an advantage, although this is not essential. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in civil liberties work.&nbsp;Successful candidates will have excellent client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs. As a firm we are committed to protecting clients’ rights and the successful candidate should also have good communication skills in order to be able to work effectively with a range of peopleCandidates will also be expected to have excellent analytical and organisational skills, be committed to teamwork, take a thorough approach to documenting their work, be IT literate, attentive to detail, and have the ability to use their own initiative. A working knowledge of legal aid systems is also desirable. This position would suit well-motivated individuals with intelligence, ambition, lateral thinking skills and sound judgment. You must hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent.If you thrive on being busy and can adapt well to new challenges, then we will give you all the training and support you’ll need to help you succeed in this highly rewarding roleOur Benefits - What We Can Offer You<ul><li>25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.</li><li>Generous and flexible pension schemes.</li><li>Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)</li><li>Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.</li></ul>We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. &nbsp;This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.Additional InformationAs part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks ­with our trusted 3rd parties.The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Paralegal- Public Law & Human Rights - Irwin Mitchell

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe’re a national law firm with a local reach. Our philosophy is ‘we're legal and financial experts that care’ – something you’ll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams. But we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life’s ups and downs. Working here you’ll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment.We’ll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information.We are looking for a talented Paralegal to join our Court of Protection team in Leeds. The successful candidate will be required to attend the Leeds office 5 days a week.&nbsp;Our TeamThe Court of Protection is the judicial body responsible for making decisions relating to the management of finances and other affairs of those individuals who lack the mental capacity to do so themselves. As one of the UK’s leading firms of solicitors, we have a dedicated and experienced team who specialise in all matters relating to the Court of Protection. We help clients who are responsible for managing someone else’s affairs, those who are concerned about the ability of someone else to manage their own affairs or another person’s affairs and clients who may be concerned about their own ability to manage their affairs.Your Role and What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Assisting with the management of client finances under the supervision of the deputy which would include; paying invoices, purchasing equipment, setting up new bank accounts and standing orders, assisting with the management of household utilities, preparing spreadsheets, managing budgets, taking notes during client meetings, liaising with case managers and the therapeutic team about the needs of the client amongst other day to day tasks.</li><li>Liaising with client’s and their families as and when necessary.</li><li>Liaising with the Court of Protection and the Office of the Public Guardian.</li><li>Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working.</li><li>Attend and contribute to team/practice area meetings and comply with directions/decisions made to ensure team objectives are achieved.</li><li>Keep up to date with changes in relevant law and practice and attend appropriate training events to ensure up to date legal knowledge and best practice.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Empathy and compassion to help guide our clients through challenging personal circumstances.</li><li>A friendly, enthusiastic, and can-do approach</li><li>Ideally, some previous Paralegal experience</li><li>Ideally hold a Law degree or equivalent&nbsp;but this is not essential.</li></ul>We’re proud of our values, and we’re looking for people who share them:<ul><li>To be pioneering with an imaginative outlook</li><li>To be approachable and caring</li><li>To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives</li><li>To be efficient in the provision of our services</li><li>To work with a foundation of integrity.</li></ul>If this sounds like you, we’d love to receive your applicationOur Benefits - What We Can Offer You<ul><li>25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.</li><li>Generous and flexible pension schemes.</li><li>Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)</li><li>Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.</li></ul>We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. &nbsp;This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.Additional InformationAs part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks ­with our trusted 3rd parties.The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Paralegal - Court of Protection - Irwin Mitchell

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleNB Stewarts recruits trainees exclusively from its paralegal pool.OverviewThe Pro Bono department work alongside the Injury departments to provide a free and comprehensive legal service as part of our commitment to help those with serious injury. The team provide patients and their families with free legal advice on any issues that can arise following a serious injury or illness. Those issues can include: Debt and financial issues; Critical illness/personal accident insurance; Powers of attorney/deputyship applications; Post-discharge care; Housing; and Welfare benefits.&nbsp;For full details, refer to the job description available via the Apply link.The paralegal role overview<ul><li>The firm does not employ secretaries. Instead, our paralegals provide all the administrative support to our fee-earners, with assistance from our general office team and executive assistants as necessary.</li><li>The paralegal role consists of fee earning and administrative tasks. Paralegals have chargeable hours targets of 525 hours per annum.</li></ul>Paralegal recruitment<ul><li>To apply for a vacancy, please email our recruitment team with a covering letter (one page maximum) and a full CV.</li></ul>The process:<ul><li>All applications are screened by our recruitment team.</li><li>If a candidate’s application meets our requirements, we will review it using Rare Recruitment, a contextualised recruitment tool.</li><li>First round interviews are conducted by our Early Careers Recruitment Advisor, via Zoom.</li><li>A shortlist of candidates is then given to the hiring manager to review. If you are successful at the first stage interview, you will be invited to attend an in-person second stage interview with the hiring manager.</li><li>After your interviews, we will review your performance and aim to get back to you with a decision as quickly as possible. Regardless of the outcome, we are committed to providing constructive feedback on your interview performance.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Paralegal candidates must have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree.</li><li>Candidates must have fully completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC), Solicitor’s Qualifying Examination (SQE) 1 or Bar Course and have received their final result.</li><li>Ideally, candidates have gained some previous relevant work experience, although candidates straight from law school with excellent academics are also encouraged to apply.</li><li>Applicants should ideally be able to commit to at least 12 months service and must be able to work on a full-time basis.</li></ul>Hints and tips for applying<ul><li>Please make sure you check your application for grammar and spelling mistakes.</li><li>Try to make your CV and cover letter stand out from the crowd by highlighting your skills and achievements inside and outside of your work experience and studies. This is your chance to sell yourself.</li><li>Think about why you want to work for Stewarts rather than any other law firm, and make sure this comes across in your application and interview.</li><li>It’s not just about skillset; we aim to recruit paralegals who respect our values.</li></ul>

Paralegal - Pro Bono Personal Injury - Stewarts

Deadline not stated: apply as soon as possibleTraining ContractsWe are&nbsp;looking&nbsp;for a bright, enthusiastic and organised&nbsp;person to join Tinklin Springall as a&nbsp;receptionist, with a view to becoming a fee earning paralegal. We hope this appointment would then lead onto&nbsp;a training contract following 12 months&nbsp;as a paralegal.&nbsp;We only employ paralegals who can&nbsp;progress to a training contract with us.&nbsp;You will initially work as a receptionist but you will also start to carry out some&nbsp;paralegal type work during this time. You will&nbsp;mainly be working&nbsp;for the&nbsp;main training partner with a view to continuing in his department, initially&nbsp;as a paralegal.Following satisfactory&nbsp;completion of&nbsp;the period as&nbsp;a receptionist&nbsp;you&nbsp;will then progress on&nbsp;to become a fee earning paralegal. You will be treated as&nbsp;if your training contract had started at that time with the intention that you receive three years training. Successful completion of 12 months in the paralegal role&nbsp;is intended to lead&nbsp;seamlessly&nbsp;into&nbsp;the two-year training contract. You will&nbsp;be&nbsp;working within three or four different departments in the firm.You will spend the majority of your time, whether as a paralegal, or under your training contract, sitting in&nbsp;with a partner. You will be involved in client work and when we feel you are ready for it, will deal with some&nbsp;clients directly. Your responsibilities will increase as you progress. You will attend our in house training as soon as you start as a paralegal.&nbsp;There are formal and informal reviews of how you are progressing and a genuine “open door” policy throughout the firm. We want you to understand what you are doing and why, not paint by numbers!&nbsp;We aim to produce well trained and effective solicitors with good practical knowledge and experience from their training.Whilst experience is not essential the successful candidate must have completed a law degree/CPE and the LPC. You must have a keen eye for attention to detail and live within a sensible commute to the office.&nbsp;

Receptionist/Paralegal with potential for Training Contract - Tinklin Springall

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe are seeking a permanent, full-time Family Paralegal for our busy Hammersmith office to join our expanding team.Your Profile:You will preferably:<ol><li>Be embarking on or have completed either the LPC or BPTC and undertaken the family law elective Private Law Children</li><li>Be able aim to demonstrate an interest in Family law</li><li>Have strong organisational skills</li><li>Have the ability to work under pressure</li></ol>We would like the ideal candidate to:<ol><li>Provide the highest level of client care in the management of client matters</li><li>Provide support to Fee Earners</li><li>Build relationships with internal and external parties</li><li>Ensure that files are managed effectively, creating letters or documents on the case management system</li><li>Attending clients and taking notes</li><li>Completing public funding applications</li><li>Collating and redacting large documents for Court bundles where necessary</li><li>Liaising with the local authorities, Police and medical professionals to request/receive documents. Liaising with Courts and experts</li></ol>Working with us:&nbsp;The salary for this position is dependent on experience.We will offer ongoing training and support to develop your career as part of a strong and growing multi-office team.Our offices are friendly, working entirely paperless with recent significant investment in modern IT to enable you to work proficiently.We offer a great package of annual leave to ensure you get enough time away from work. Our annual leave for this role provides 23 days (plus bank holidays / Christmas and New Year). We review annual leave and increase with service.Employee benefits with GTS:<ul><li>Competitive base salary.</li><li>Pension Scheme with employer contribution.</li><li>Benenden Health Care.</li><li>Administrative support.</li><li>Firm laptop</li><li>Ongoing training and development.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements.</li><li>Support from colleagues for case cover.</li><li>Supportive supervision from mentors.</li><li>Annual appraisals and salary reviews.</li><li>Bi-annual parties for Summer and Christmas.</li><li>Additional perks and benefits.</li><li>Competitive training packages.</li></ul>We have a dedicated in-bound telephony team to take calls and messages for our fee earners. Lawyers also have the benefit of dictation and support staff to assist in easing the pressure and enabling efficient working.We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal fields.Please send your CV and a cover letter to our dedicated HR team via email.

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