Private Client Paralegal

AJ Chambers is seeking a dedicated Private Client Paralegal to join the firm in South London. The Private Client Paralegal will provide essential support to our Fee Earners in the private client department, assisting with a variety of tasks related to estate planning, trusts, wills, probate, and other private client matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and documentation for legal matters.
• Assist clients with general inquiries and provide updates on case progress.
• Coordinate appointments and meetings between clients and Solicitors
• Document Preparation and Management:
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date electronic and physical filing systems for client documents and records.
• Proofread and edit legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.

Administrative Support:

• Manage Fee Earners calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Assist with billing and invoicing, tracking billable hours, and generating client invoices.
• Handle general administrative tasks, such as phone calls, emails, and correspondence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certification from an accredited institution.
• Prior experience working in private client or estate planning practice.
• Strong understanding of estate planning, trusts, wills, and probate procedures.
• Proficiency in legal research and document preparation using relevant software and tools.
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Clementine at AJ Chambers.