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Closing date: not stated so apply as soon as possible.Lawstop, an expanding legal aid law practice, is seeking top calibre Housing, Education, Immigration, Public Law and Community Care paralegals/caseworkers to work full-time, starting as soon as possible after interview.&nbsp;Previous experience working in a legal environment and knowledge of legal aid is very desirable.&nbsp;We require a mature, self-motivated individual with excellent spoken and written communication skills, the ability to quickly absorb legal information and to conduct legal research. You will have very good organisational and time management skills and be able to produce documents to tight deadlines. Patience and tact are necessary as you will be assisting vulnerable people whose welfare is our priority.&nbsp;This long-term position would be ideal for a person seeking experience and to develop a legal career in housing, community care, Immigration, education and public law and who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. &nbsp;Duties will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Meeting clients (either in person or by video call)&nbsp;</li><li>Advising at outreach locations within the community &nbsp;</li><li>Taking detailed instructions&nbsp;</li><li>Drafting correspondence&nbsp;</li><li>Drafting legal documents</li><li>Compiling bundles&nbsp;</li><li>Instructing counsel and experts (such as psychologists/psychiatrists)&nbsp;</li><li>Making applications for legal aid&nbsp;</li><li>Liaising with other solicitors&nbsp;</li><li>Reporting to the Legal Aid Agency&nbsp;</li><li>Attending court with counsel (either in person or by telephone/video)&nbsp;</li></ul>You must have:&nbsp;<ul><li>A strong academic background&nbsp;</li><li>Initiative&nbsp;</li><li>Time management skills&nbsp;</li><li>A desire to want to help people</li><li>The ability to work under pressure&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working with vulnerable people&nbsp;</li><li>Legal aid experience is very desirable.&nbsp;</li></ul>As a case worker joining our friendly team, we will provide support and on-going training; however, you must have enough experience to hit the ground running.&nbsp;We are a versatile and adaptive practice with a unique approach to the delivery of legal services.Make a difference, join Lawstop.&nbsp;

Paralegal/caseworker - various areas of law - Lawstop

Deadline for applications: 5 pm on 5 January 2025We’re seeking a pro-active and engaged individual to to work within our cost of living team offering invaluable casework and support to community members during the current cost of living crisis.&nbsp;Role: Welfare Rights Paralegal Salary: £24,720 per annum, plus 4% pension contributions Hours: This is a full-time role&nbsp;–&nbsp;35 hours per week Location: SWLLC’s Croydon Office with outreach to our other offices&nbsp;and community locations across South LondonFor more details, a job description and person specification, click Apply.The final closing date for applications to this role is&nbsp;5 pm on 5 January 2025, however, we will be evaluating applications as we receive them and so you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Paralegal - Welfare Rights - South West London Law Centre

Closing date: 11.59pm on Sunday 5th January 2025.We have vacancies for paralegals in the housing and public law team, private family law team and public family law team.Paralegals in our housing and public law team support solicitors in a range of interesting work, including judicial review, housing possession and disrepair claims in the County Court, illegal eviction, and homelessness challenges and appeals. The work carried out by our private family team includes acting in privately funded separation, divorce and financial remedy, disputes relating to child contact, domestic abuse, international and domestic relocation and international child abduction.Our public family law solicitors are specialists in care proceedings and frequently act for the court-appointed Children’s Guardian on behalf of children. The team also acts for parents and other relatives in care and adoption proceedings.The role will require someone with an interest in family law and/or housing and public law who is well organised and has good communication skills. You will be expected to work hard, be flexible, produce excellent written work and establish relationships with a range of clients. We provide a collaborative workplace where you will be well supported and supervised, and we have excellent resources including a modern practice management system which you will be trained to use. The role will also include providing some administrative support.We expect applicants to have a law degree or to have undertaken some post-graduate legal training. It would be a suitable role for applicants who will be completing part-time post- graduate studies towards qualification as a solicitor or barrister. Previous relevant experience would be an advantage but is not essential.The position will be for a fixed term of 12 months, with a possibility of further progression.We seek to recruit a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are an accredited London Living Wage employer.Click Apply to access the application information and downloadable application form.Please note that interviews for shortlisted applicants will be held on Thursday 16th January 2025.

Paralegal (FTC) - Family or Housing and Public Law - Hopkin Murray Beskine Solicitors

Application deadline 5 January 2025About the RoleChildcare Paralegal post at Leicestershire County CouncilSalary Range – £27,717 - £33,294•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you an experienced Family/Childcare Law paralegal? •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you a Law Graduate and/or have recently completed your LPC or BPTC or equivalent?&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you looking to gain experience whilst working towards the SQE? •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you a recent CILEX Graduate Member looking to build experience ahead of an application for Fellowship of CILEX? •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you interested in pursuing a career in Family/Childcare Law?If so, Leicestershire County Council would very much welcome an application from you. The successful applicant will be joining a team of 7 Paralegals each providing one to one legal support to friendly, busy and experienced childcare lawyers.At Leicestershire County Council we have a highly-regarded Childcare section with positive working relationships with the local judiciary and wider legal community. &nbsp;We very much value the role Paralegals play in supporting our work and in continuing to enhance our reputation, so you will be closely supported, mentored and supervised but also be given the opportunities to undertake a wide range of quality case management/Public Law Outline related work. Our approach is to equip our Paralegals with the skills and experience necessary to go on to become fully qualified lawyers.If you are interested in this post but have some further queries please call Kathryn Reeves 0116 305 6008 or Kye Herbert 0116 305 6470 to discuss further.&nbsp;About YouTo apply for this post, you must:<ul><li>Have a recent Law degree including a family law Option and/or recently completed the LPC/BPTC including a family law option or recently completed the equivalent Legal Executive qualification</li><li>Considerable and recent experience of working within a legal environment such as a firm of solicitors, in – house legal department, law centre or citizens advice bureau to include experience of drafting legal documentation</li><li>Knowledge of Children Act 1989.&nbsp;</li><li>Good drafting skills and ability to draft both standard and non-standard legal documents using and applying knowledge of legal matters as appropriate. Ability to assimilate information rapidly and to present it orally or in writing in a clear unambiguous and concise way. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders</li><li>Planning and organisation and able to prioritise work effectively. Working autonomously and as part of a team</li><li>Having a strong quality and customer focus. Evidence of self-motivation and able to work on own initiative with limited supervision. Approachable, co-operative, tactful, diplomatic as appropriate to the confidentiality required</li><li>Must be computer literate with experience of MSWord, Excel, Outlook and computerised case management systems. Possession of a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.&nbsp; However, a reasonable adjustment will be considered for an applicant with a disability</li></ul>We also expect you to share&nbsp;our commitment to our values&nbsp;and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.Click apply for more details.

Paralegal - Childcare Law - Leicestershire County Council

Deadline 6 January 2025Just for Kids Law is looking for a paralegal who has experience and strong interest in public inquires, children's rights, and influencing public policy.This is an unique and exciting opportunity to work in our Public Law Team. The role will mainly, but not exclusively, relate to the Covid-19 Inquiry, Module 8: Children and Young People. Working with our policy team, other core participants and counsel to assist the Inquiry as to whether the best interests and rights of children and young people were considered as part of the process of core political and administrative decision-making in response to Covid-19.Role SummaryContract term:&nbsp;Fixed-term contract&nbsp;to the 31st December 2025 which may be extended &nbsp;Hours:&nbsp;Full time (35 hours per week)&nbsp;Salary:&nbsp;£26,486 - £31,036 dependent on experience in directly relevant roleProbation period:&nbsp;3 months&nbsp;Detailed responsibility and person specification can be found <a href="https://justforkidslaw.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/ETSkIsJjAaFNrLFoXYz1DFoB7W20merKiFjnV6-t2L_n0Q?e=OkdLiF" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp; Just for Kids Law believes in the value of a diverse workforce and encourages applications from people from all ethnic, cultural, religious, and social backgrounds: in particular, people from BAME, LGBTQI+ communities.&nbsp;We strive to create a diverse working environment where anyone, regardless of background, can thrive.&nbsp;Responsibilities:Casework &amp; Litigation<ul><li>Under the supervision of the Covid-19 Inquiry Solicitor providing high quality representation with a high degree of professionalism, and conducting work in such a way as to meet relevant external standards (e.g. Specialist Quality Mark, SRA, BSB and OISC etc.)</li><li>Meeting with and taking instructions from team at JFKL/CRAE&nbsp;</li><li>Drafting witness statements and letters</li><li>Managing, analysing and distilling a large volume of complex data and documents</li><li>Conducting and presenting legal research</li><li>Attending conferences and court hearings</li><li>Attending and contributing to internal and external meetings</li><li>Liaising with Pro Bono Team at Norton Rose Fulbright undertaking the document review</li><li>Drafting witness summaries, and other necessary legal documents to assist with Inquiry Investigations.</li><li>Reviewing evidence from key witnesses appearing before the Covid Inquiry Hearing</li><li>Working collaboratively with team members in the preparation of documents and evidence for the Inquiry.</li><li>Assisting Counsel on key matters related to the Inquiry.</li><li>Performing necessary administrative duties and managing internal processes.</li><li>Supporting JFKL marketing and business development activities</li><li>Ensuring that all time recording is entered onto the JFKL Case Management System to enable accurate reporting and maximize income</li><li>Undertaking billing in a timely manner in line with the COVID-19 Costs Protocol</li></ul>Cross-organisational team working<ul><li>Acting as an active member of JFKL legal team, attending meetings and representing the Public Law Team as and when required</li><li>Contributing to cross organisational communications, campaigns, and other projects</li></ul>General responsibilities<ul><li>Attending and participating in internal, external meetings as required including meetings outside of normal working hours where necessary</li><li>Being a positive, cooperative, and constructive team member, upholding the values of JFKL</li><li>Complying with JFKL’s monitoring and recording requirements both internally for SMT/Board and externally for Funders, Stakeholders, the Covid-19 Inquiry and the Legal Aid Agency if required</li><li>Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority, BSB and OISC requirements where appropriate. Including maintaining a Personal Competence record of all objectives in terms of training and development needs and any courses or training undertaken to evidence compliance</li><li>Representing and promoting the organisation’s work positively</li><li>Carrying out all work with due regard to JFKL’s policies and procedure</li><li>Promoting Equality and Diversity principles in all aspects of work</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Knowledge of the principles of public law and administrative review, and specifically the duties owed by public bodies towards, children and young people.</li><li>Knowledge of the Human Rights Act, and the UNCRC</li><li>Knowledge of the duties owed by the local authority in supporting children and young people in need and in care/leaving care.</li><li>Knowledge of the youth justice system, and the policy issues related to the children within it.</li><li>Knowledge of the CPR and Judicial Review procedures.</li><li>Knowledge of legal aid requirements, public funding applications and billing files.</li></ul>Qualifications and trainingA degree in law or other equivalent qualification including ILEX or an alternative degree in any other subject with relevant legal experience.Before you apply, please read the person specification and job description in the PDF file below&nbsp;as its outlines the skills, knowledge and experience required for the role.&nbsp;How to ApplyReturn a completed application form to <a href="mailto:humanresources@justforkidslaw.org" target="_blank">humanresources@justforkidslaw.org</a>Application Deadline:11:59pm Monday 6th January 2025Interview date:&nbsp;Mid January 2025 to be confirmedIf you have any questions about the roles or the&nbsp;recruitment&nbsp;process, please get in touch at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:humanresources@justforkidslaw.org" target="_blank">humanresources@justforkidslaw.org</a>

Paralegal (12 month FTC)- Public Law - Just for Kids

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

Rolling deadlineParalegal opportunitiesWe are growing and look to recruit Paralegals to join our legal teams from time to time. If you wish to make a speculative application, please submit your CV.You will experience a friendly and collegiate team atmosphere where agile working across core teams is encouraged and work life balance respected. As well as a raft of benefits, we offer hybrid working and our modern offices are based in the heart of Clerkenwell.About youYou will ideally have a 2.2 degree minimum (or equivalent). We are open to Law, LPC or BPTC graduates. Strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, good communication skills and a high standard of client care are essential.Why Join usWe are a purpose driven organisation with an active social committee, Corporate Social responsibility committee, Equality and Diversity forum and Wellbeing Leadership Group. We have recently become a signatory to the Mindful Business Charter.It is central to our values that our teams reflect the diverse community around us and that everyone at Sharpe Pritchard can be themselves and bring their authentic selves to work. Achieving true equality, diversity and inclusion is a core aim and we very much welcome applications from all sections of our diverse community, irrespective of race or racial group, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, religion or belief, age or disability. We make reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process and upon joining the firm to support applicants of all abilities.What you will be getting in returnYou will work alongside a supportive, friendly and collaborative team.A generous bonus scheme is on offer alongside a competitive salary. We provide a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to;Competitive remuneration package Generous holiday provision (starting at 28 days) including buy/sell annual leave scheme Flexible working Private Pension Private Medical Insurance Life assurance Income protection Smart health (including virtual GP service) Health and wellbeing app Individual learning and development and Business development budgets Enhanced parental leave for all parents Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loans Staff introduction bonus scheme Payment of professional memberships Employee Assistance programme Dress down Friday Regular team events including: Social committee events throughout the year Monthly all staff lunchesWe are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race or racial group, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age or disability.We make reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process and upon joining the firm to support applicants of all abilities.

Paralegals - Public Law - Sharpe Pritchard

Rolling application deadlineJob DescriptionWe are happy to accept applications from candidates looking for work as a Paralegal at any time. If we don’t currently have a vacancy, successful candidates will be added to our ‘Paralegal pool’ and contacted when a vacancy arises.Working as a paralegal at BP Collins is a great introduction to working within a law firm with exposure to a wide range of different matters and a supportive learning environment. It is the ideal opportunity to be considered for our training contract with the potential to lead to qualify as solicitors.Paralegals will work in one of our practice groups assisting the team with a range of tasks including:<ul><li>liaising with clients,</li><li>preparing documents,</li><li>drafting correspondence, and</li><li>organising meetings.</li></ul>Who we are looking for:The successful candidate will have completed a degree with minimum 2:1 and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in law. They will have a client-centred focus, excellent verbal and written communication skills, enjoy working in a team and be able to organise a busy workload.About usB P Collins is a multi-award-winning private client and business law firm based in the Thames valley. At the heart of our core values and people is a culture which is ambitious, diverse and forward-looking. We believe in striving to make our clients’ lives easier by delivering top-level advice in a timely and easy to understand way.What we offer<ul><li>Competitive remuneration and benefits package</li><li>Modern and welcoming working environment</li><li>An inclusive and open culture which focuses on teamwork and collaboration</li><li>Supportive leadership with structured career progression</li><li>Health and social initiatives integral to wellbeing and high performance</li></ul>B P Collins believes diversity brings benefits to our clients, our business and our people. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

Paralegal - various - B P Collins

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleRamsdens are an award winning, Legal 500 recommended firm with offices across Yorkshire. We enjoy a reputation for the highest quality of staff, and Firm's record of achievement results from the efforts of excellent staff, both legal and support. Due to ongoing success and expansion we are currently recruiting for a full time Paralegal to work with our busy Real Estateteam based in Huddersfield.Previous experience would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be provided. Ramsdens are committed to the progression of our staff, and this is a fantastic opportunity to start a long term career with the firm so we welcome applications from graduates with an interest in Commercial Property and who want to develop their legal career within a busy, friendly, dynamic and highly experienced team.Tasks will likely include the following:<ul><li>Assisting fee earners with case progression and helping them manage their caseloads by dealing with specific delegated tasks.</li><li>Drafting documents&nbsp;</li><li>Dealing with new telephone enquiries.</li><li>Dealing with correspondence and liaising directly with clients and third parties.</li><li>Attend to clients, both in person and on the telephone, to provide support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with quality control procedures for all matters within your control.</li><li>Keeping abreast of changes in legislation and other regulatory aspects by attending training provided.</li><li>Legal research</li></ul>Personal Specification<ul><li>Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong organisational and administrative skills.</li><li>Demonstrates an interest in Commercial Property</li><li>Ability to show empathy, be confident, patient and understanding</li><li>Good communication skills - both oral and written.</li><li>Some legal work experience is desirable</li></ul> The successful candidate will enjoy a busy hands-on role. You will be a conscientious, proactive and a thorough team player who takes pride in delivering quality work. Salary will be competitive and dependent on experience, and the firm offers a benefits package, as well as realistic opportunities for development and progression.

Paralegal - Commercial Conveyancing - Ramsdens

Deadline 2 January 2025About CoramCoram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.One of the members of the Coram group, Coram Children’s Legal Centre (CCLC) is the UK’s specialist centre for children’s rights in education, immigration, community care and family law, and provides significant international legal systems consultancy.The centre is located on the Coram Campus in central London with bases in Colchester and Leeds. We champion access to justice through information and advice, legal practice and representation, policy and strategic litigation.Our Legal Practice Unit provides advice and representation primarily under legal aid contract.Part of Coram’s growing Children’s Rights Centre, CCLC is co-located with Coram Voice, the specialist provider of advocacy services for young people in and leaving the care system, in the new Queen Elizabeth II Centre at the heart of our historic campus in Bloomsbury.About the roleWe are recruiting a paralegal to join CCLC’s friendly and committed Community Care and Public Law team in London, and work with a small but dedicated team of experienced solicitors.This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a keen interest in upholding the rights of vulnerable children and young people who is seeking to progress their legal aid career in the charity sector. Our lawyers benefit from a good work-life balance and realistic financial and chargeable hour targets. We also offer the opportunity to work on a wide range of cases that the cases fall within our general remit (children and young people up to the age of 25, and families). The role can be split between working from home/office-based with some flexibility as to the balance between the two.Our community care lawyers work closely with colleagues in the Immigration, Education and Family teams, as well as with other organisations within the Coram group, including Coram Voice. We also work closely with the various policy teams within the Coram Group. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a passion and commitment to upholding the rights of vulnerable children and young people.As well as conducting casework for individuals, our community care team undertakes strategic litigation for the wider benefit of children, young people and families, and is actively involved in policy issues impacting our client base.Flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours will be considered subject to operational needs.For further information on CCLC please visit <a href="http://www.childrenslegalcentre.com" target="_blank">www.childrenslegalcentre.com</a>.Proposed interview date: W/C 13th January 2025Coram (entity) is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applicants from Asian, African, Caribbean and other minority ethnic backgrounds to join our teams. Whilst we have a diverse team we recognise we are a predominantly white workforce and are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from diverse communities in order to improve the services to the children and families we help.We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.To access full job description and person specification, please click apply.

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