Family Legal Assistant
12 days ago
Hertford
Family Legal Administrator/Assistant (Maternity Cover) \n Hertford \n Part-Time (17.5-20 hours per week) \n 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract \n Salary dependent on experience \n \n An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Law Legal Administrator/Assistant to join a highly regarded Family team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. \n \n This role is ideal for a candidate with at least 2 years' experience in family law who is looking for a part-time position within a supportive and well-established firm. The successful candidate will join the team in September, allowing time for a comprehensive handover period. \n \n You will provide vital support to Partners and fee earners within the Family department, assisting with a broad range of administrative, secretarial and case management duties. This is a varied role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach. \n \n Responsibilities will include: \n\n • Handling new enquiries, conflict checks and client onboarding\n, • Managing fee earner diaries and appointments\n, • Assisting with billing, invoicing and client account administration\n, • Preparing cost update letters\n, • Filing documents through the Family Court portal\n, • Preparing court bundles and briefs to counsel\n, • Drafting and preparing family court documentation, including divorce petitions, C100 applications, Forms E and H\n, • Requesting medical records\n, • Updating court bundles and case files\n, • Audio typing and dictation support\n, • Maintaining excellent client care standards at all times\n, • Supporting the department's marketing and social media activities\n\n \n The successful candidate will have previous family law experience and be comfortable working within a busy legal environment. Strong communication, organisational and IT skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team. \n \n This role is based in Hertford and offers 17.5-20 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices may be required. \n \n The firm offers a supportive working environment, flexible working arrangements, bonus opportunities, excellent benefits and a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career development. \n \n Please apply or send your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk in order to be considered.