Matrimonial/Family Legal Assistant

Location: London, Bristol or Gloucester Salary: Competitive Hours: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Full time, Permanent About Davies and Partners Solicitors Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years' experience. It has a national reputation for excellence across a wide selection of legal services for businesses and individuals. We have four offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol and Gloucester. The Role This is a varied role encompassing paralegal duties supporting our Matrimonial/Family legal team, reporting to Hazel McNaught, our Legal Director and Head of Matrimonial/Family. Key Responsibilities Assisting fee earners in client meetings Drafting legal documentation Preparing legal documents, letters and emails Uploading applications and documents to court Dealing with clients on the phone and in writing Attendance at court hearings Research on all areas of family law including expert cases Audio typing of standard letters, court documents and telephone file notes Collating bundles of instructions to counsel and collating trial bundles Raising bills and chasing payment Updating databases and directories Ensuring files are kept tidy and filing is up-to-date Opening new files as instructed Closing and archiving files on matter completion Providing assistance to clients and external solicitors with information Identifying the urgency of phone calls and escalating appropriately Preparing standard documentation under supervision and using own initiative Other ad hoc duties as required This is a flexible role and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities as requested. We reserve the right to introduce changes in line with technological developments which may impact upon your job duties or methods of working. What We're Looking For Essential Appropriate DBS disclosure Right to live and work in the UK (valid UK or EU passport or appropriate visa/work permits) Proficient in spoken and written English Proficient in use of IT Experience in audio typing Ability to remain calm under pressure Professional attitude towards work Ability to work well in a team Adaptable to change Excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills Ability to maintain client confidentiality   Desirable Use of case management systems Office experience in a legal environment Compliance As part of our compliance procedures, applicants are asked to note that: References will be followed up All gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily Proof of identity and (where applicable) qualifications will be required Reference requests will ask specifically whether you have ever been subject to any proceedings or complaints initiated by the Law Society or any other professional body Appropriate suitability checks may be required prior to confirmation of appointment   This role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role may require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, final warnings as well as convictions. Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. You may have experience in the following: Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Family Law Assistant, Matrimonial Assistant, Legal Secretary, Court Administrator, Case Manager, Document Management, Family Solicitor Support, Legal Support Specialist, etc