Dispute Resolution Paralegal

Law Staff Ltd; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist Litigation practice near Hertford is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with at least 12 months experience within a Litigation department. The role involves assisting with various property disputes, client liaison, and preparing documentation. Competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £35,000, hybrid working after probation, along with additional benefits such as 25 days holiday, discretionary bonuses, and more.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Discretionary bonus structure

Death in service

Access to Perk box

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience in the field of Litigation, preferably property disputes.
• Experience in service charges and ground rent debt recovery (residential and commercial).
• Handling landlord and tenant matters.

Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with a wide range of matters.
• Reviewing claims and preparing compliance for court deadlines.
• Liaising with clients and agents to gather necessary information.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client liaison

Research skills

Drafting preparation

Knowledge of property disputes

Job description

Overview

A Litigation Paralegal with a minimum of 12 months experience within a Litigation department is required due to expansion for a specialist Litigation practice close to Hertford. Our client has a client-focused and commercial approach in dealing with a wide range of property disputes. They offer a collaborative and supportive culture focused on teamwork and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with a wide range of matters
• Reviewing claims
• Liaising with clients and/or agents to collate information
• Assisting with research and drafting/preparation of advice
• Reviewing breach of covenant matters; assisting with research and the drafting/preparation of advice to client and taking instructions to progress
• Assisting with preparation for compliance with Court and/or Tribunal deadlines as required
• Any other reasonable duties commensurate to the post as requested by your Line Manager

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 months experience in the field of Litigation preferably property disputes
• Experience in service charges
• Ground rent debt recovery both residential and commercial
• Landlord and tenant matters
• Experience of dealing with matters in the County Court and first-tier tribunal

Benefits

• Salary within the region of £28,000 - £35,000 and dependent on level of experience
• Hybrid working once completion of probation period
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus structure
• Death in service
• Access to Perk box

For more information please contact Victoria Kemp quoting reference 37400

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