Childcare Legal Assistant

G2 Legal

  • Birmingham
  • £26,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Legal Assistant – Childcare Law | Join a Purpose-Driven Team in Wolverhampton or BirminghamAre you looking to take the next step in your legal career while making a meaningful difference in people’s lives? If so this mission-led law firm known for its commitment to social justice and community impact, could be the firm for you!Our reputable Legal 500 law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its specialist Childcare Team in Wolverhampton or Birmingham.This is your chance to be part of a growing and passionate team that handles high-impact public and private law care proceedings, representing both vulnerable children and families across complex legal matters.What You’ll Be DoingAs a Legal Assistant in this Childcare department, you’ll provide vital support to experienced solicitors handling sensitive and challenging cases. This role offers hands-on experience in public law children proceedings, private family disputes and court advocacy preparation—ideal for someone looking to develop their legal career in a supportive, values-led environment.Key responsibilities include:
  • Preparing case documents and managing legal files
  • Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conferences
  • Drafting legal correspondence and standard documents
  • Reviewing evidence and compiling case summaries
  • Conducting legal research and analysis
  • Managing incoming and outgoing communication professionally
About YouYou will be:
  • Organised, detail-oriented and able to juggle a varied caseload
  • An excellent communicator with both written and verbal skills
  • Passionate about delivering high standards of client care
  • A proactive team player who takes ownership of tasks
  • Interested in family law and committed to working in the public interest
  • Ideally experienced in child protection law or care proceedings (desirable but not essential)
This role would suit a law graduate, CILEX student, or early-career legal professional looking to specialise in family and childcare law.What's on offer:
  • Hybrid working options
  • A values-led, collaborative culture
  • 25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure
  • 3 paid volunteering days for social purpose activities
  • Comprehensive CPD support (including for CILEX students)
  • A chance to work with one of the leading childcare law teams in the region
Apply NowIf you're ready to build a meaningful legal career and work alongside experts in childcare and public law, we’d love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal Recruitment for more details.#INDGEMN

LogicMelon