GT STEWART LIMITED

We are seeking a permanent, full-time Family Paralegal for our busy Barnet office to join our expanding team. Your Profile: You will preferably:- Be embarking on or have completed either the LPC or BPTC and undertaken the family law elective Private Law Children Be able aim to demonstrate an interest in Family law Have strong organisational skills Have the ability to work under pressure We would like the ideal candidate to: Provide the highest level of client care in the management of client matters Provide support to Fee Earners Build relationships with internal and external parties Ensure that files are managed effectively, creating letters or documents on the case management system Attending clients and taking notes Completing public funding applications Collating and redacting large documents for Court bundles where necessary Liaising with the local authorities, Police and medical professionals to request/receive documents. Liaising with Courts and experts Working with us: The salary for this position is dependent on experience. We will offer ongoing training and support to develop your career as part of a strong and growing multi-office team. Our offices are friendly, working entirely paperless with recent significant investment in modern IT to enable you to work proficiently. We offer a great package of annual leave to ensure you get enough time away from work. Our annual leave for this role provides 23 days (plus bank holidays / Christmas and New Year). We review annual leave and increase with service. Employee benefits with GTS: Competitive base salary. Pension Scheme with employer contribution. Benenden Health Care. Administrative support. Firm laptop Ongoing training and development. Hybrid working arrangements. Support from colleagues for case cover. Supportive supervision from mentors. Annual appraisals and salary reviews. Bi-annual parties for Summer and Christmas. Additional perks and benefits. Competitive training packages. We have a dedicated in-bound telephony team to take calls and messages for our fee earners. Lawyers also have the benefit of dictation and support staff to assist in easing the pressure and enabling efficient working. We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal fields.

Crime Paralegal Reports to: Supervising Solicitor Job Purpose of the Paralegal To provide support to solicitors in the Criminal Law team by preparing cases, managing documents, assisting clients, and ensuring the smooth running of criminal matters from start to finish. Key Responsibilities of the Paralegal Casework & Administration • Prepare and manage case files. • Maintain accurate records, diaries, and deadlines. • Handle correspondence with courts, clients, and third parties. Document Preparation • Draft and proofread legal documents such as applications, statements, and trial bundles and outcome letters . • File documents with the court and relevant agencies. Research & Evidence • Carry out legal research on cases, precedents, and legislation. • Review and organise disclosure, witness statements, and other evidence. Client & Witness Contact • Take initial instructions from clients. • Arrange and attend client meetings, conferences, and prison visits. • Liaise with witnesses and prepare them for hearings. Court & Hearing Support • Assist solicitors at court hearings and trials. • Prepare and manage exhibits, trial bundles, and case papers. Legal Aid & Case Funding • Assist with legal aid applications and other case-related funding forms. Person Specification of the Paralegal Qualifications & Experience • Law degree, LPC, or equivalent (desirable). • Previous experience as a paralegal or in a criminal law setting (desirable but not essential). • Knowledge of the criminal justice system and court procedures (advantageous). Skills • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication. • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems. Qualities needed for the Paralegal • Professional, reliable, and proactive. • Strong attention to detail. • Team player with the ability to work independently. • Commitment to client care and confidentiality. • Genuine interest in criminal law and justice.