Legal Assistant - Family Law
Cardiff
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with solid family law experience and Legal Aid billing knowledge to play a key role supporting fee earners on a varied caseload.
The Role
You will provide hands-on support across a range of publicly funded family matters, ensuring files are progressed efficiently and in compliance with Legal Aid requirements.
Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting fee earners on Legal Aid family matters
• Preparing and submitting Legal Aid bills and claims
• Liaising with the Legal Aid Agency
• Drafting routine correspondence and legal documents
• File opening, maintenance and closing
• Managing client communications via phone and email
• Preparing bundles and court documents
• General administrative support to the Family team

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in Family Law (essential)
• Proven Legal Aid billing/claims experience (essential)
• Strong understanding of Legal Aid processes and compliance
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Confident communication skills
• Proactive and team-focused approach
• Strong IT and case management system skills

The Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Supportive and specialist family team
• Cardiff office location
• Opportunity to develop within a respected environment

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