Family Legal Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Clayton Legal : Job Details

A highly organised Family Legal Assistant or Paralegal is required to provide comprehensive administrative support to Fee Earners within the Family Law department of our client, a highly regarded firm with several offices in the North & West Yorkshire areas.Based at their Skipton office, this position plays a key part in ensuring the efficient management of client matters while maintaining high professional standards.Key Responsibilities:

• Managing client matters accurately and efficiently using the case management system, Proclaim, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Preparing, organising, and maintaining legal files and supporting documentation.
• Handling diary management, including scheduling client appointments and other meetings.
• Drafting and formatting client correspondence via audio typing, word processing, or digital dictation.
• Managing client and third-party calls, enquiries, and requests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Overseeing emails, post, photocopying, and general administrative tasks as required.
• Preparing court documentation, including e-bundling.
• Uploading documents accurately via the online divorce portal.
• Assisting with client billing and account management.
• Providing support to colleagues and the management team when needed.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong verbal communication – Ability to listen attentively and respond professionally.
• Excellent written communication – Clear, concise writing with accurate grammar and punctuation.
• Exceptional organisational skills – Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage time efficiently.
• Proficiency in IT systems – Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and case management software (Proclaim).
• Team-oriented mindset – A positive, supportive approach to working with colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment.

This role is ideal for an organised and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.Alongside a competitive salary and fantastic career opportunities, they offer:

• 23 days’ holiday + bank holidays + additional holidays over Christmas when the office is closed
• Additional holidays as a reward for long service
• Stakeholder pension
• Company paid NHS top up scheme membership
• Regular ad-hoc reward and recognition, colleague events and wellbeing days

This is a great opportunity to join a growing, busy team where you'll play an integral part in the delivery of excellent client care. The work is fast paced and challenging but the team are collaborative and enjoy what they do, which makes for a positive working environment.