Caseworker / Fee Earner
| Posting date: | 28 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 December 2025 |
| Location: | E7 9LW |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Marie De Louise Solicitors |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MDL03 |
Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Caseworker / Fee Earner to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will be able to manage their own caseload, provide high-quality client care, and assist senior solicitors in delivering exceptional legal services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong legal knowledge, attention to detail, and a passion for helping clients. Previous experience in a law firm is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
✔️ Managing and progressing your own caseload under supervision
✔️ Preparing applications, statements, bundles, and legal documents
✔️ Liaising with clients, courts, tribunals, and third-party organisations
✔️ Handling client instructions professionally and promptly
✔️ Drafting legal correspondence and responding to enquiries
✔️ Conducting legal research where required
✔️ Maintaining accurate case notes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
✔️ Supporting solicitors with complex matters and hearings
✔️ Meeting deadlines and billing targets (where applicable)
Required Skills & Experience
✔️ Experience as a Caseworker, Paralegal, or Fee Earner in a law firm
✔️ Strong written and verbal communication skills
✔️ Excellent organisation and time-management
✔️ Ability to work independently and under pressure
✔️ Attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work
✔️ Good understanding of confidentiality, professional ethics and compliance
Desirable:
* Experience in Immigration, Family, Civil, Litigation, Wills/Probate, or specify your area
* Knowledge of OISC/SRA compliance
* Ability to meet billable time targets
Qualifications
✔️ Law degree (LLB) or equivalent (preferred)
✔️ LPC/SQE completed or in progress (advantage)
✔️ OISC Level 1, 2, or 3 (advantage for immigration roles)
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong legal knowledge, attention to detail, and a passion for helping clients. Previous experience in a law firm is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
✔️ Managing and progressing your own caseload under supervision
✔️ Preparing applications, statements, bundles, and legal documents
✔️ Liaising with clients, courts, tribunals, and third-party organisations
✔️ Handling client instructions professionally and promptly
✔️ Drafting legal correspondence and responding to enquiries
✔️ Conducting legal research where required
✔️ Maintaining accurate case notes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
✔️ Supporting solicitors with complex matters and hearings
✔️ Meeting deadlines and billing targets (where applicable)
Required Skills & Experience
✔️ Experience as a Caseworker, Paralegal, or Fee Earner in a law firm
✔️ Strong written and verbal communication skills
✔️ Excellent organisation and time-management
✔️ Ability to work independently and under pressure
✔️ Attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work
✔️ Good understanding of confidentiality, professional ethics and compliance
Desirable:
* Experience in Immigration, Family, Civil, Litigation, Wills/Probate, or specify your area
* Knowledge of OISC/SRA compliance
* Ability to meet billable time targets
Qualifications
✔️ Law degree (LLB) or equivalent (preferred)
✔️ LPC/SQE completed or in progress (advantage)
✔️ OISC Level 1, 2, or 3 (advantage for immigration roles)