Legal Assistant

2 days ago

Preston, United Kingdom Napthens Full time

**Legal Assistant**
**Family Law**
**Preston Office | Full-time | Permanent (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm)**
**Competitive Salary + Bonus Scheme + Excellent Benefits (28 days holiday, Pension, Health & Wellbeing Perks)**

**Make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.**
At Napthens Preston, our Family Law team supports individuals through some of life’s most challenging moments - and we’re growing. This is your chance to join a compassionate, dedicated, and high-performing team at a pivotal time.

We’re on the lookout for a proactive Legal Assistant to join our specialist Family department. You’ll be working closely with our experienced family lawyers, assisting with complex casework and ensuring the smooth progression of matters from start to finish.

**What you’ll be doing**:

- Providing casework support to lawyers across a variety of family law matters
- Preparing complex documentation, including court documents and bundles
- Drafting briefs to counsel and managing communications with third parties
- Liaising with clients and other professionals in a courteous, empathetic and professional manner
- Managing deadlines, diaries and court dates with precision and care

**What we’re looking for**:

- Previous experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role (experience in family law desirable)
- Strong administrative and IT skills, with excellent attention to detail
- An organised, proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with a calm and compassionate manner
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple matters with professionalism and accuracy
- A genuine interest in family law and a desire to grow within this area of legal practice

**Why Napthens?**:
At Napthens, we believe in understanding, collaborating, and excelling - values that underpin everything we do. You’ll join a supportive team where your contribution truly matters, and where you’ll be encouraged to develop your career in a firm that values people and purpose equally.

**Ready to join a firm where you can thrive?**:

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