Children Law Paralegal

The Role

TV Edwards LLP is looking for a passionate and committed Paralegal to join our highly regarded Family Law Department, recognised nationally for its expertise and excellence.

If you are an aspiring solicitor, looking for hands-on experience, outstanding mentorship, and a meaningful legal career in children law – this is the opportunity for you.

About the Children Law Team

We are a team of specialist children lawyers dealing with complex, high-profile public and private children law cases. Ranked Band 1 in Chambers & Partners and recommended in the Legal 500, our department handles some of the most challenging and rewarding work in this area of law.

We have a reputation for excellence – Our lawyers are widely accredited (Law Society Children Law Panel, Resolution) and consistently top-ranked.

Many of our paralegals go on to secure training contracts and qualify within our firm and we actively encourage and support this.

Key Responsibilities

You will work closely with 1–2 experienced solicitors and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of emotionally and intellectually challenging areas, including:

• Public law care proceedings
• Private children disputes
• Child abduction, forced marriage and adoption cases
• Domestic abuse injunctions and child protection work

Your day-to-day responsibilities delegated to you by the solicitor with conduct of the case will include:

• Preparing bundles and court documents
• Drafting witness statements, correspondence, and instructions to experts
• Attending court and supporting clients
• Liaising with other parties in the case
• Analysing complex documents
• Liaising with clients, counsel, and professionals
• Legal aid funding administration

As your experience grows, you’ll be given opportunities for greater responsibility.

Skills / Knowledge Requirements

Essential Requirements:

• Strong academic qualifications to degree level
• Genuine interest in pursuing a legal career in children law, with a clear motivation to qualify as a solicitor
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice or working with vulnerable clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and persuasively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and an ability to absorb large volumes of information
• Proactive, self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Emotionally intelligent and resilient, able to work empathetically with clients facing distressing or sensitive issues
• Collaborative team player, who contributes positively to team culture and supports colleagues
• Excellent time management and IT literacy
• Willingness to take on responsibility early and grow within the firm, including interest in applying for a training contract or qualifying via SQE

Desirable requirements:

• Previous paralegal or legal work experience
• Knowledge of Legal Aid Agency procedures and experience with CCMS (Client and Cost Management System)
• Interest in access to justice and the wider social impact of family law
• Understanding of common issues our clients may experience  – domestic abuse, substance misuse or mental health challenges
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and an understanding of the importance of publicly funded legal work
• Experience working with vulnerable or marginalised clients, in legal or non-legal contexts
• Completion (or part-completion) of SQE or LPC or a plan to take SQE exams whilst working full time
• Additional language skills

Essential information:

Office – you will be based in our Head office in Whitechapel but may be asked to work in our Clapham Junction office.
Start date, September 2026.

Life at TV Edwards

TV Edwards has been providing trusted legal services for more than 95 years. Founded in London’s East End in 1929, we are proud of our heritage and equally excited about the future we are building – a modern, diverse and forward-thinking law firm consistently recognised by Chambers UK, The Legal 500 and The Times Top 250 Law Firms.

Our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do. For the second year running, we have been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a supportive environment where colleagues feel valued, can develop their careers and achieve their full potential.

At TV Edwards, you will find a team of talented, approachable professionals who take pride in delivering high-quality work while supporting one another. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

As we continue to grow and evolve, we remain guided by our core values of honesty, integrity, excellence and respect – values that shape how we work with both our clients and our colleagues.

Why Join TV Edwards

• Access to structured training, mentorship and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in meaningful, high-quality legal work that makes a difference.
• Deliver client-focused solutions with integrity and ethical standards.
• Thrive in a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Work in a welcoming and collaborative environment where your contribution is valued.
• Be part of a supportive team that encourages growth, wellbeing and personal success.
• Benefit from family-friendly policies and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.
• Join a firm renowned for excellence, professionalism and community engagement.