Salary guide
Paralegal
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £32,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
LegalLaw
- Paralegals make up 20% of the UK legal workforce
Other names this job is known by
- Legal Assistant
- Legal Executive
Key responsibilities
- Assist lawyers with legal research and case preparation
- Draft legal documents and correspondence
- Manage case files and evidence
- Liaise with clients, courts, and other parties
- Attend meetings and take notes
- Ensure compliance with legal procedures
- Maintain confidentiality
- Stay updated on legal developments
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in law or legal studies
- Experience in legal or admin roles
- Organisation and research skills
- IT and document management
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Paralegal
- Solicitor
- Legal Executive
- Specialist roles
How to get the job
- Study law or related subjects
- Complete a law degree or CILEx qualification
- Apply for a paralegal apprenticeship or trainee role
- Gain experience in legal settings
- Progress to senior or specialist roles, or qualify as a solicitor
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