Civil Litigation Paralegal

Executive Network Legal Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Cambridgeshire. The role involves assisting solicitors with case preparation, legal research, and client communications. Ideal candidates should possess relevant experience, strong organisational and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a supportive environment within civil litigation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a paralegal role, ideally within civil litigation.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with case preparation, legal research, and drafting documents.
• Prepare correspondence and court forms, summarise cases, and liaise with clients and counsel.
• Manage files and ensure deadlines are met while maintaining high standards of case records.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

CIVIL LITIGATION PARALEGAL, 12 MONTH EXPERIENCE, £24,000 - £25,000 CAMBRIDGESHIRE, 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT. A reputable firm are seeking an experienced paralegal to join their busy civil litigation team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable hands on experience within a well regarded law firm, supporting fee earners on a broad range of civil litigation matters. JOB REF: 0826

•The appointed paralegal will assist solicitors with case preparation, legal research, drafting documents, managing files, and ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining case records to a high standard.

•Responsibilities include preparing correspondence and court forms, summarising cases, and liaising professionally with clients, counsel, and third parties.

•The firm is seeking paralegals who are immediately available, with previous experience in a paralegal role, ideally within civil litigation.

•Candidates should have strong organisational and communication skills, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

•On offer is a competitive salary, the opportunity to gain experience in a supportive and professional environment with exposure to varied and interesting litigation work, and an immediate start available.

•To apply contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CVor simply call for a confidential discussion.

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