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A well-established specialist firm is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Paralegal to join its Public Children Law team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a meaningful career in family law, supporting vulnerable clients through some of the most critical moments in their lives.\n\nWhether you already have experience in child care law or are looking to take your first step into this area, full training and ongoing support will be provided. The role offers a clear and structured pathway towards qualification as a Child Care Solicitor, with long-term progression towards membership of the Law Society's Children Panel.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is a hands-on and varied role where you'll support experienced fee earners across a broad mix of public children law matters, from PLO pre-proceedings through to care proceedings and wider child protection applications. You'll play a key part in keeping cases moving forward efficiently and compliantly, all while maintaining a strong safeguarding focus and delivering a high standard of support to both colleagues and vulnerable clients.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nSupporting the day-to-day conduct of cases, including preparing and filing court documents in line with the Family Procedure Rules\nManaging court timetables, tracking deadlines, and ensuring compliance with directions\nDrafting attendance notes, correspondence, and instructions to counsel and experts\nLiaising with local authorities, CAFCASS, the courts, and other key stakeholders\nCommunicating with vulnerable clients in a sensitive, trauma-informed manner, taking instructions and managing expectations\nCollating and reviewing evidence, and preparing court bundles in line with procedural requirements\nAssisting with Legal Aid applications and ensuring ongoing compliance with LAA requirements\nMaintaining well-organised, audit-ready files in line with regulatory standards\nYou'll also be supported to build your knowledge of child protection law and develop your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.\n\nAbout You\n\nA genuine interest in public children law and safeguarding\nStrong organisational skills and attention to detail\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to work sensitively with vulnerable clients\nAbility to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines\nA proactive and team-oriented approach\nPrevious experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nClear progression route to qualification as a Child Care Solicitor\nLong-term development towards Children Panel membership\nHands-on experience in complex and meaningful legal work\nSupportive and collaborative working environment\nIf you would like a chat about this opportunity please get in touch with Justine on (phone number removed) for an informal discussion or email your current CV to (url removed)

Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Chirldren Paralegals for highly sought permanent position.

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A top law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Solicitors, FCILEx, or Licensed Conveyancers for Consultant roles offering flexibility and significant earnings potential.Enjoy up to 75% of your billing with the ability to choose clients, fees, and your workload.This opportunity allows fo