Civil Litigation Paralegal

G2 Legal Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in South Yorkshire seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The role involves managing complex cases with minimal supervision and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong advocacy skills and a motivated attitude.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

Ongoing training and progression

Flexible working policies after establishment

Long-term career opportunities

Qualifications

• Not suitable for recent university graduates.
• Experience in civil litigation is essential.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload including boundary disputes and debt recovery.
• Support high-profile work across Family and Criminal Law.
• Maintain professional conduct when dealing with clients.

Skills

Proven experience in civil litigation

Strong advocacy skills

Excellent organisational skills

Confidence in managing a caseload

Communication skills

Tools

IT and case management systems

Job description

Civil Litigation Paralegal
South Yorkshire | Office-based
£23,000 – £27,000 DOE

A well-established South Yorkshire practice is looking to appoint an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal. This is a rare opportunity to join a team handling a varied caseload, with the support and mentorship of a highly experienced Litigation Partner. The firm is open to more senior candidates who can hit the ground running.

You’ll be working on:

• Boundary disputes
• Company and commercial litigation
• Debt recovery
• Inquest representation
• Judicial review
• Landlord & tenant disputes
• Probate disputes
• Professional negligence claims
• Property litigation
• TOLATA claims

Although this is a Dispute Resolution role, the practice also handles high-profile work across Family and Criminal Law, meaning occasional crossover work may be available.

What the firm is looking for:

• Proven experience in civil litigation — this is not a role for someone straight from university
• Confidence in managing a caseload with minimal supervision
• A motivated and ambitious attitude
• Strong advocacy and communication skills
• A professional manner when dealing with clients and third parties, including confidently handling debt recovery calls
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good IT and case management system competence

What’s on offer?

• A collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
• Ongoing training and clear routes for progression
• Flexible working policies once established
• The chance to build a long-term career in litigation under the guidance of an experienced partner