Family Paralegal / Fee Earner
CV-LibraryRainhillpermanentPosted: 27 March 2026
Apply NowA busy and established law firm is seeking an experienced Family Paralegal to join its growing Family Law team in the Rainhill area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within public children law, offering generous hybrid working and genuine long-term progression.
The Role
The successful candidate will support solicitors in progressing legally aided family matters, primarily involving children law cases.
Key Responsibilities
Taking client instructions and preparing statements
Liaising with courts, counsel, experts and external agencies
Drafting applications, court orders and preparing briefs to counsel
Managing court timetables, hearings and appointments
Preparing legal aid applications and maintaining file compliance
Updating bundles and progressing matters through effective correspondence
About You
Minimum 2 years' experience within a family law department
Experience supporting public children/care proceedings
Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage a busy workload
Able to work independently as well as part of a team
What's on Offer
Competitive salary banding relative to experience
Generous hybrid working
Clear career progression opportunities
Supportive team environment
High-quality exposure to public children law work
This role would suit a motivated Family Paralegal looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.
Please get in touch with Justine now on (phone number removed) or send your CV across to
The Role
The successful candidate will support solicitors in progressing legally aided family matters, primarily involving children law cases.
Key Responsibilities
Taking client instructions and preparing statements
Liaising with courts, counsel, experts and external agencies
Drafting applications, court orders and preparing briefs to counsel
Managing court timetables, hearings and appointments
Preparing legal aid applications and maintaining file compliance
Updating bundles and progressing matters through effective correspondence
About You
Minimum 2 years' experience within a family law department
Experience supporting public children/care proceedings
Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage a busy workload
Able to work independently as well as part of a team
What's on Offer
Competitive salary banding relative to experience
Generous hybrid working
Clear career progression opportunities
Supportive team environment
High-quality exposure to public children law work
This role would suit a motivated Family Paralegal looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.
Please get in touch with Justine now on (phone number removed) or send your CV across to