Family Law Paralegal | New Role

Family Law Paralegal

Birmingham | Full-Time | Permanent

TSR Legal are delighted to be representing a well-established and forward-thinking law firm in Birmingham who are looking to appoint a Family Law Paralegal to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Paralegal who is ready to take the next step in their career and manage their own caseload, dealing directly with clients and taking responsibility for progressing matters with a good level of autonomy.

The successful candidate will join a busy Family team handling a varied caseload, with work spanning divorce and separation, financial matters and children-related issues.

You will be responsible for managing and progressing your own caseload, providing clients with clear, professional support throughout their matter.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of family law matters
• Taking initial instructions and establishing client objectives
• Progressing matters efficiently and proactively
• Assisting with divorce and separation matters
• Dealing with financial settlements and associated documentation
• Supporting cases involving children and child arrangement matters
• Preparing correspondence, statements, court documents and other legal documentation
• Assisting with applications to the Family Court where required
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, barristers, courts, Cafcass and other third parties
• Preparing files for hearings and ensuring all relevant deadlines are met
• Undertaking legal research where appropriate
• Keeping clients regularly updated on the progress of their matters
• Maintaining accurate and compliant case management records
• Working collaboratively with the wider Family team while taking ownership of your own files

The firm’s Family team deals with a broad range of matters including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, separation and family court applications, providing clients with clear and practical advice throughout what can often be a challenging period.

We are looking for a Family Law Paralegal who is confident managing their own caseload and is ready to take genuine responsibility for their files.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience within a Family law team
• The ability to manage your own caseload from instruction through to conclusion
• A good understanding of family law procedures
• Experience across divorce, finances and/or children matters
• Strong drafting and written communication skills
• Excellent organisation and time management
• A professional and empathetic approach to client care
• The confidence to communicate directly with clients and third parties
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a wider team
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure

This role would suit a Family Paralegal, Legal Executive or Family Legal Assistant who has developed beyond a purely administrative position and is now looking for greater responsibility, ownership and career development.

You will be joining a modern, progressive law firm with an established presence in Birmingham and a broad client base covering both individuals and businesses. The firm prides itself on delivering quality legal advice, strong client care and a professional yet supportive working environment.

If you are a Family Law Paralegal looking for a role where you can manage your own caseload, work closely with experienced lawyers and continue developing your career, TSR Legal would be pleased to hear from you.