Duncan Lewis & Co has a proven record of successful expansion since 1998. We are LEXCEL and IIP accredited and a LSC Category 1 firm, with franchises in 9 areas of law, employing over 200 staff and with established offices in Hackney and Harrow.
We have an ever-growing private client base and are now seeking to expand several teams with the appointment of:
• Immigration Paralegals – vacancies available in both offices. LPC / BVC candidates welcome, ideally with completed Immigration & Welfare Benefits Elective and some experience.
• Housing Paralegal (Dalston) – LPC/BVC candidates welcome, ideally with completed Housing Elective and some experience
• Welfare Benefits Paralegal (Dalston) – LPC/BVC candidates welcome, ideally with completed Immigration and Welfare Benefits Elective and some experience.
• Family Paralegal (Dalston and Harrow) –LPC / BVC candidates welcome, ideally with completed Family Elective and some experience.
Candidates must have a strong academic background, good IT and communication skills, be punctual and organised. Self motivation and eagerness to progress within the firm will be additional advantages.
Duties will include dealing with indoor and outdoor casework for the department, attending clients, taking instructions, preparation for clients cases, dealing with correspondence, negotiating with relevant authorities, liasing with clients, file and case management all under supervision.
SALARY, PERFORMANCE BONUS SCHEME AND OTHER BENEFITS OFFERED, subject to conditions, 20 days annual leave (in addition to Bank Holidays), Birthday leave, Medical cash plan, occupational sick pay and excellent training and development opportunities.
We are currently authorised by The Law Society to supervise up to 26 Training contracts and take high pride in our commitment to Equal Opportunities and Diversity.
