Our established client based in Watford are looking for a Family Paralegal with legal aid experience to support a busy caseload of a range of family and children matters. This role will suit someone who knows how legal aid works in practice.
Key responsibilities
Legal aid administration
- Prepare and submit legal aid applications, amendments and extensions through CCMS (the Legal Aid Agency's online system).
- Gather evidence for the cases.
- Track costs limitations and scope, and flag when an amendment is needed.
- Prepare bills and claims for submission to the Legal Aid Agency, and help close files promptly.
Casework support
- Support solicitors on public law matters, including care proceedings under the Public Law Outline (PLO).
- Draft court forms, statements, chronologies, letters and position statements for solicitor review.
- Prepare and paginate court bundles to the court's requirements.
- Attend client meetings and, where appropriate, accompany counsel or solicitors to court.
- Act as a point of contact for clients, local authorities, Cafcass, the court and other parties.
- Keep case files and the case management system accurate and up to date.
- Manage key dates, court deadlines and diary entries.
- Support compliance with the firm's quality standards and Legal Aid Agency contract requirements.
Essential skills and experience
- At least [1–2] years' experience as a paralegal or caseworker in family law.
- Hands‑on legal aid experience, including means and merits assessments and applications through CCMS.
- A working knowledge of family procedure and the main court forms.
- Strong organisation, with the ability to manage a high-volume caseload and tight deadlines.
- Clear, empathetic communication with vulnerable clients, including those affected by domestic abuse.
- Accurate drafting and attention to detail.
- Good IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
Pay: £26,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Watford (Hertfordshire, East of England Region)
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Family Paralegal (Legal Aid) in Watford employer: FQPS Academy Ltd.
CRA Legal is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture, offering hybrid working arrangements that promote work-life balance. With a focus on employee growth, the firm provides clear performance targets and opportunities for professional development, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in the legal sector while being part of a modern, technology-driven environment.
