Talbots Law is expanding its Family Care Department in Coventry. We are looking for a Paralegal to join us at this exciting stage of growth.

You’ll be part of a thriving team that is not only well‑established but actively building capacity and strengthening our presence in this location. This is a chance to make a real impact, grow with us, and help shape the future of our family care offering in the region. 

With more than 600 colleagues across 19 offices, Talbots offers the structure and opportunities of a large regional firm while retaining an accessible, supportive culture. Our employee-owned model means every colleague contributes to, and shares in our continued success.

What does the job involve? 

*         Diary management of personnel within the department as well as typing from digital dictation, drafting and proof reading documentation.

*         Proactively and professionally handling a wide range of queries and liaising with clients, counsel and other professionals across all methods of communication.

*         Application and Bundle preparation including drafting preliminary documents, Legal Aid applications and court documentation.

*         Utilising the Company’s case management system to its best effect in order to manage case load as well as record time and bill clients efficiently.

What do you need?

*         To have at least 6 months experience in a Public Law, Family Department in an administration function.

*         Strong working knowledge of Legal Aid as well as passionate about giving outstanding client care to clients and referrers.

*         Excellent administrative, planning, organisation and time management as well as being proficient in a variety of IT software, including all MS Office applications. 

What do we offer?

As an employee-owned firm, we want everyone to share in our success and feel supported throughout their career. We offer: 

• Competitive salary reviewed annually.  
• Annual tax-free profit share  
• Flexible and hybrid working options depending on the role and team.  
• 28 days annual leave including your birthday and an additional ex-gratia day, plus UK bank holidays and long-service awards.  
• Pension and protection including a 4% employer pension contribution and life assurance worth three times your annual salary.  
• Health and wellbeing support including enhanced sick pay, a Medicash Health Cash Plan and financial-wellbeing provision.  
• Employee savings and salary-sacrifice schemes alongside an annual contribution towards Talbots legal services. 

Who are Talbots Law?

An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828. 

Today, we operate across 19 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses. 

We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service. 

At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing. 

Talbots is one of the region’s largest independent law firms, with more than 600 employee-owners. We combine the quality of work, infrastructure and progression associated with a national practice with the accessibility, influence and regional relationships of an independent firm. Whether you are developing your specialism or ready to lead a team, you will have the platform, support and autonomy to make a meaningful impact—and share directly in the success you help create.