Civil Litigation Paralegal

G2 Legal Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking a confident and experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal to join their supportive team in Swindon. This exciting role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, including personal injury claims and contract disputes, while developing strong advocacy and drafting skills. The firm values proactive individuals who can work independently and collaboratively, providing a dynamic work environment. If you are passionate about civil litigation and ready to take the next step in your career, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fee-earning civil litigation role is essential.
• Strong advocacy skills and experience attending court.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload across a broad range of civil litigation matters.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and witness statements.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Personal Injury Claims

Contract Disputes

Employment Law

Drafting Legal Documents

Advocacy Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Law Degree

Paralegal Qualification

Job description

My client is a well-established law firm in the heart of Swindon that services both business and private client areas of law. It is seeking a confident and experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal to join the firm.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal to assist on a wide range of contentious matters in a busy and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload across a broad range of civil litigation matters
• Handle personal injury claims including OIC and MOJ portal matters, as well as claims falling outside of the portal frameworks
• Advise and assist on contract disputes, employment law issues, boundary disputes, harassment, defamation, company law and landlord and tenant matters
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements and applications
• Enforce judgments and provide representation at court, including hearings and trials
• Manage matters from pre-action through to resolution, including Small Claims, Fast Track and Multi-Track litigation

About You

• Previous experience in a fee-earning civil litigation role is essential
• Comfortable working to billing targets and managing your own caseload
• Strong advocacy skills and experience attending court
• Excellent drafting and communication abilities
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team

If this opportunity sounds of interest, click on the link to apply or contact Loraine Silvester at G2 Legal.

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