Join as a paralegal

Our paralegals play a vital role within our practice groups. They carry out a broad range of work, assisting partners, associates and knowledge lawyers in providing advice to clients, as well as working with colleagues across the firm. From drafting and editing to legal research, no day is the same.

We support our paralegals with a bespoke training programme which covers the skills and knowledge required in their roles. In addition, our paralegals attend legal training sessions run by their practice group alongside trainee solicitors.

Paralegal experience is a valuable step towards becoming an associate. Paralegals at the firm can apply for our training programme once they have completed six months’ employment, subject to certain conditions. Paralegals are also invited to a training session run by the early legal careers team which provides insight and advice on how to proactively approach the process, and how to avoid some common pitfalls.

When recruiting paralegals we look for people who are self-motivated, proactive and committed to providing high quality technical legal support in a practical context. We also look for people who can demonstrate qualities that fit within a cohesive, supportive and friendly team.

Please do not hesitate to contact our recruitment team via telephone (0207 831 9222) or email address.

Deborah Fashakin

Trainee Solicitor

As a paralegal the partners made it clear that my progression was a priority and actively helped me develop through training sessions, 1:1s and support when I expressed a desire to pursue a training contract. From a diversity perspective I want people that look like me to know that they can make the transition too. At Macfarlanes we are judged on what we bring to the table, not what we look like.

Get in touch with our recruitment team