Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Family Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will support family law practitioners by managing administrative tasks, preparing legal documents, and ensuring smooth communication with clients and external parties. Your energetic approach and organizational skills will help facilitate efficient case management and contribute to positive client experiences. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal career within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Family Legal Assistant
Location: Shirley, Hampshire
Salary: £23,000 – £28,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Legal – Family Law
Family Legal Assistant – Shirley, Hampshire
T Brown Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm seeking an experienced Family Legal Assistant to join its busy and supportive Family team in Shirley.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or experienced Legal Administrator looking to develop their career within a professional and supportive legal environment.
You will work closely with experienced fee earners, providing high-quality legal and administrative support across a varied Family Law caseload.
The Role
As Family Legal Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and amending legal documents, including tracked changes and comparison documents
- Providing comprehensive administrative support to fee earners
- Managing fee earner diaries, appointments and meetings
- Preparing client bills and assisting with client reporting
- Maintaining accurate and well-organised legal files
- Preparing and handling correspondence
- Providing audio and copy typing support
- Liaising professionally with clients, solicitors and other third parties by telephone and email
- Assisting with general legal and administrative duties within the Family team
- Supporting the smooth and efficient progression of matters
About You
We are looking for someone with previous experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar legal support role, ideally within Family Law.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience supporting fee earners within a legal environment
- Excellent document production skills, including tracked changes and document comparison
- Strong diary management and organisational skills
- Audio and copy typing experience
- A professional and confident telephone manner
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work accurately under pressure
- A professional, client-focused approach
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team while also using your own initiative
Experience using LexisNexis Smart Forms would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer?
- £23,000 – £28,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Full-time, permanent position
- Opportunity to join a well-established and respected law firm
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Long-term career development opportunities
- Immediate interview availability
Interested?
If you are an experienced Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator looking for your next opportunity within Family Law, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion with T Brown Recruitment.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to family law attorneys, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings.
- Prepare, review, and format legal documents such as affidavits, petitions, and correspondence using Microsoft Word and other Office applications.
- Conduct audio typing of dictations, notes, and legal documents swiftly and accurately to meet tight deadlines.
- Maintain organized case files both digitally and physically, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.
- Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and external agencies via phone, email, and written correspondence to facilitate case progress.
- Utilize Microsoft Outlook for scheduling, email management, and task prioritization to optimize workflow.
- Assist with IT-related tasks such as troubleshooting basic software issues or setting up new systems to support daily operations.
- Manage time efficiently to handle multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Qualifications
- Proven administrative experience in a legal or office environment is preferred.
- Strong audio typing skills with high accuracy and speed.
- Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written—to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; familiarity with IT systems is advantageous.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a busy setting.
- Demonstrated time management skills to meet deadlines consistently.
- Knowledge of family law procedures or previous experience supporting family legal teams is a plus but not required.
Join us in making a meaningful difference by supporting families through compassionate legal assistance! This paid role offers a vibrant environment where your organizational talents and proactive attitude will thrive as you help deliver exceptional service every day.
Pay: £23,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
