Legal Assistant – Care Department
Title: Legal Assistant - Care Department
Location: Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Career Development Opportunities
Join One of South Wales' Leading Law Firms
At JNP Legal, we are continuing to grow and are looking for a motivated, organised and detail-focused Care Legal Assistant to join our expanding Care Department.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the legal profession. Whether you already have experience working within a law firm, are a recent law graduate, or simply have the right attitude and desire to learn, we would love to hear from you.
Working alongside experienced solicitors and fee earners, you will play a vital role in supporting care proceedings, helping to prepare cases, review disclosure, and ensure families receive the highest standard of legal representation during what can often be challenging and life-changing situations.
At JNP Legal, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest heavily in training, technology and professional development, creating genuine opportunities for ambitious individuals to progress their careers.
Why Join JNP Legal?
- Join one of the most established and respected law firms in South Wales.
- Become part of a supportive and experienced Care Team.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression and development.
- Structured training, mentoring and continuous professional development.
- Exposure to complex and interesting care proceedings.
- Modern legal technology and case management systems.
- Strong support from experienced solicitors and legal professionals.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Fully funded private medical healthcare.
- A genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and career growth.
- Opportunity to develop legal knowledge and gain valuable hands-on experience within a specialist area of law.
The Role
As a Care Legal Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our solicitors and fee earners by assisting with the preparation and management of care cases.
A significant part of the role will involve reviewing and analysing disclosure, preparing chronologies, maintaining case records and ensuring matters progress efficiently through the legal process.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and analysing disclosure and documentation received within care proceedings.
- Preparing detailed chronologies and summaries of key evidence.
- Supporting solicitors and fee earners with case preparation and administration including Legal Aid funding applications.
- Maintaining accurate records on the firm's case management systems.
- Assisting with applications, court documents and legal forms and case billing.
- Managing task lists and key dates to ensure deadlines are met.
- Handling routine client enquiries in a professional and compassionate manner.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
- Liaising with internal departments to ensure seamless client service.
- Undertaking delegated legal work under supervision where appropriate.
- Helping to deliver an exceptional client experience at every stage of the matter.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking an individual who is:
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to analyse large volumes of information and identify key points.
- Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional, approachable and client-focused.
- An excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing.
- A strong team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
- Proactive, dependable and capable of working on their own initiative.
- Passionate about delivering outstanding service and achieving high standards.
- Fully computer literate, including Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Experience
The following would be advantageous but is not essential:
- Previous experience working within a law firm.
- Experience supporting solicitors or legal teams.
- A Law Degree or other legal qualification.
- Experience reviewing large volumes of documentation.
- Knowledge of Care Proceedings or Family Law.
About JNP Legal
JNP Legal is one of South Wales' leading law firms, with offices across Merthyr Tydfil, Nelson, Pontyclun and Llanishen. We are proud of our reputation for delivering outstanding client service whilst providing rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people.
Our continued success is built upon investing in talented individuals, embracing innovation, and maintaining the highest professional standards. We believe in creating opportunities for our people to develop, progress and achieve their career ambitions.
Apply Today
If you are looking to start or develop your legal career with a progressive and supportive firm that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV along with a short covering letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you'd be an ideal fit for this role to HR@jnplegal.org
Join JNP Legal and help support families through some of the most important and challenging moments in their lives while building a rewarding legal career.