Family Paralegal (6 month FTC)

Kingsley Napley is an internationally recognised law firm based in Central London. We support individuals and businesses in resolving conflict, safeguarding their futures and maximising opportunities. Our wide range of expertise means that we can provide support for our clients in all areas of their business and private life. Many of our lawyers are leaders in their field and our practice areas are highly ranked by the legal directories.

We are recognised nationally and internationally as one of the best family law teams in the country for our expertise in both finance and cases relating to children. We assist clients from all walks of life and at all stages, whether at the beginning of a relationship and planning a future, or at the end of a relationship. Many of our clients or their spouses have international connections, are high net worth individuals or professionals, and may have a public profile.

To assist the Family Department with administrative tasks and the efficient running of cases.  

• Preparation of hearing bundles (using Adobe) and papers for counsel (both electronic and hard copy) and collating/preparing documents as required.  This can involve photocopying, but rarely as most documents and bundles are now prepared and delivered electronically
• Collating bundles of financial disclosure to prepare Forms E
• Assisting the other paralegals and PAs with administrative tasks such as killing files, filing and updating pleadings files
• Assisting with the billing process and internal/ team administrative tasks
• Attendance at client meetings, conferences with counsel and court hearings
• Liaising with clients, counsel (including counsel’s clerks), the court and third parties
• Drafting of correspondence and legal documents
• Attendance at lectures, seminars and marketing events
• Research

Every effort has been made to ensure that this is a full description of the tasks and responsibilities of this role.  However, it is not an exhaustive list. The job description may be changed or developed at any time to reflect changes as required.  However, changes will not be made without full consultation with the post-holder.

Kingsley Napley are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and religion.