Family Paralegal

Family Paralegal | Cheltenham

An excellent opportunity to join a well-known, specialist family practice as it launches a new office in Cheltenham. You'll work closely with the incoming Head of Department, supporting high-quality private family work and playing a key role in establishing a new presence for the firm in the region.

What You'll Be Doing

You will provide dedicated support to a senior family lawyer leading the new Cheltenham office, working on a broad range of private family matters and contributing to the smooth running of a busy, growing practice.

• Assisting with financial remedy, children and divorce files from initial instruction to conclusion

• Drafting court documents, bundles, statements, forms and correspondence

• Managing client communication, taking initial details and handling ongoing updates

• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries for the senior lawyer

• Supporting with file management, disclosure exercises and preparation for hearings

• Liaising with courts, counsel and third parties to progress matters efficiently

• Contributing to the development of local processes as the new office grows

About You

You will be an organised, proactive and professional paralegal with a genuine interest in family law and a desire to grow within a specialist practice.

• Previous experience within family law, or strong exposure during a legal support role

• Confident drafting, communicating with clients and managing competing priorities

• A positive, team-focused approach with strong organisational skills

• Comfortable working closely with a senior lawyer and supporting a varied caseload

• High levels of accuracy and professionalism

• Keen to learn, progress and contribute to the building of a new office environment

• Interest in longer-term development within a specialist family practice

What's on Offer

You will join a respected family boutique with a strong regional reputation and a proven model for opening and scaling successful offices.

• The chance to work directly with a senior family lawyer leading a new Cheltenham office

• Exposure to high-quality, often complex family work from the outset

• Structured support, clear supervision and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility

• A collaborative, modern and flexible culture with a strong emphasis on learning and development

• A recognised regional brand with multiple Legal 500 rankings in family law

• Competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to progress within a growing national network

The Firm

You will be joining a specialist family law firm with a strong reputation, multiple offices and a clear commitment to growth. The firm combines high-quality work with an approachable, supportive culture, and it is continuing to expand across the South and South East.

Its model gives paralegals meaningful exposure, close supervision from senior lawyers and genuine long-term development opportunities within a leading boutique practice.

Apply now or contact Harrison for a confidential discussion.