Housing and Property Litigation Paralegal

Simpson Judge; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is seeking a Paralegal for its Housing & Property Litigation team. The role involves supporting solicitors with litigation files, drafting documents, and conducting research. Ideal candidates will have a law degree and paralegal experience, along with strong organisational and communication skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Exposure to complex litigation work

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience in housing, property, or litigation.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Genuine interest in housing and property law.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors in managing a caseload of housing and property litigation files.
• Draft legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Prepare trial bundles and support fee earners in hearings.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong attention to detail

Client-focused approach

Communication skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent

LPC/SQE (in progress or completed)

Job description

Housing & Property Litigation Paralegal
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Salary: DOE

About Us

Simpson Judge have partnered with a leading UK law firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering expert legal services to housing providers, property companies, commercial clients, and individuals. We are now seeking a Paralegal to join our busy and highly regarded Housing & Property Litigation team.

The Role

As a Paralegal, you will provide vital support to our solicitors in a wide range of housing and property litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain high-quality experience in a top-ranked litigation team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors in managing a caseload of housing and property litigation files.
• Drafting legal documents, witness statements, and correspondence.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries.
• Liaising with clients, barristers, experts, and court staff.
• Preparing trial bundles and supporting fee earners in hearings.
• Attending client meetings and taking detailed notes.
• Administrative support including file management and billing.

Qualifications

• We are looking for candidates with:
• A law degree (or equivalent) and ideally LPC/SQE (completed or in progress).
• Previous paralegal experience (housing, property, or litigation experience highly desirable).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
• A genuine interest in housing and property law.
• A proactive, professional, and client-focused approach.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to high-quality, complex litigation work.
• The opportunity to learn from leading experts in the sector.
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
• Real career progression opportunities.

Contact

If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.