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Paralegal

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Legal
  • Lincoln

Requirements

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and priorities effectively.
  • Excellent communication and client service skills, paired with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy, with a practical mindset when addressing client needs.
  • Strong IT proficiency and adaptability to new systems.
  • Enthusiasm for teamwork and a willingness to embody our firm’s values and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Assist fee earners with drafting Wills and supporting papers, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and handling Estate and Trust Administration.
  • Manage enquiries from clients and callers with professionalism and efficiency.
  • Ensure client matters are handled in their best interest, adhering to the highest professional standards.
  • Maintain well-organised client files, ensuring timely reviews.
  • Accurately record time spent on client matters and other activities daily.

FAQs

What responsibilities will I have as a Paralegal?

As a Paralegal, you will assist fee earners with drafting Wills, Trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney, manage client enquiries, ensure client matters are handled professionally, maintain client files, and accurately record time spent on client matters.

What skills are required for this position?

The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills, excellent communication and client service skills, attention to detail, strong IT proficiency, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Is prior legal experience necessary for this role?

No, prior legal experience is not necessary. The position is well-suited for individuals looking to transition into the legal field or build on their administrative and customer service skills.

What is the work environment like at Wilkin Chapman?

Wilkin Chapman offers a dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on quality and innovation, fostering a community of like-minded individuals ready to welcome new contributions.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?

Yes, Wilkin Chapman provides guidance on career paths and opportunities to build and advance your career within the firm.

Does the company have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Wilkin Chapman prioritises the attraction and retention of individuals from diverse backgrounds and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued.

What benefits does Wilkin Chapman offer to its employees?

Wilkin Chapman offers a great package of benefits and a sociable working environment, supporting the well-being and motivation of its employees.

We’re the leading private and commercial law firm in Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire.

Law
Industry
201-500
Employees
1900
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Recommended by the UK’s leading legal directories, including The Legal 500 and Chambers UK, Wilkin Chapman is one of the largest law firms in Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire. We have over 420 partners and staff located across a network of offices in Grimsby, Lincoln, Beverley, and Louth providing a unique balance of trusted legal and insolvency advice to private and commercial clients based locally, nationally, and internationally. Wilkin Chapman’s strength in key sectors including agriculture, food, energy & renewables, tourism & leisure, local government, military, and education is supported by its expertise in employment, corporate and commercial, and real estate as well as all aspects of private client work. The firm adopts a holistic approach to providing professional legal services, but always with the client at its very heart. Distinguished by our outstanding service, innovation, and commitment to achieving results, we’re proud to achieve and maintain quality standards such as Lexcel, The Law Society's accreditation standard, and the ISO9001:2008 certification in our recoveries department. We’re recognised as amongst the best there is in the UK in 16 specialist areas in the Legal 500 2023 and have 15 practice area and solicitor recommendations in the Chambers UK 2023 guide. We've also earned the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award from the Ministry of Defence (MoD), the highest honour from the Armed Forces Covenant, and we are also the NFU's Legal Panel Member for Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire. As a firm, we believe in supporting the communities in which we operate, and our colleagues regularly engage in volunteering and fundraising for local charities, organisations, and schools.