Paralegal – Family Law

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Draft witness statements, position statements, and relevant legal documents.

• Prepare court applications for various family law matters, including the Children Act, Family Law Act, Matrimonial Causes Act, TOLATA, and others.

• Review statements and supporting evidence from opposing parties.

• Compile, organize, and format court bundles and exhibits to meet court-ready standards.

• Oversee cases from start to finish, ensuring all documentation is accurate, compliant, and submitted promptly.

• Conduct client consultations via phone and video, providing guidance and reassurance throughout the legal process.

• Gather and manage client information to facilitate case preparation.

• Draft professional correspondence for clients to be used in legal proceedings.

• Manage client onboarding and ensure that all necessary documentation is collected.

• Maintain and update CRM systems as cases progress.

• Assist with legal research, reporting, and administrative tasks as necessary.

• Support the delivery of structured and productized service offerings.

• Keep accurate timesheet records and monitor work progress.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Paralegal, with a strong preference for experience in family law.

• Proven capability to manage cases independently from beginning to end, with minimal supervision.

• Extensive experience in drafting legal documents, witness statements, and court applications.

• Practical experience in preparing court bundles and organizing supporting evidence.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage clients via phone and video, including handling sensitive situations.

• Strong understanding of UK family law processes and documentation requirements.

• Highly organized with exceptional administrative skills, capable of managing multiple cases simultaneously.

• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring all documentation is accurate and ready for court.

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Competent in Microsoft Office and Adobe, with a quick ability to learn new tools and systems.

• Experience utilizing CRM systems, legal tools, and AI tools to enhance productivity and workflow efficiency.

• Background in legal research, reporting, and document formatting.

🏝️ Benefits

• 💰 Competitive salary based on experience and seniority.

• 🌎 Flexible work environment.

• ⚖️ Opportunity to work with international legal teams and gain global exposure.

• 📈 Long-term career advancement in legal operations and compliance.

• 🚀 Structured onboarding and ongoing training support.

• 🎯 Performance-based incentives and recognition.