L&T Litigation Paralegal

Edwards Legal; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized legal practice in Uckfield is seeking a Litigation Paralegal, Fee Earner, or NQ Solicitor to join their Landlord and Tenant department. The role involves residential property litigation for various clients, including landlords and managing agents. Responsibilities include drafting possession claims, managing case files, and ensuring compliance with court orders. Candidates with some relevant experience in landlord and tenant work or related fields are encouraged to apply. The position offers a generous salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Generous salary

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Some experience in Landlord and Tenant or Property Litigation preferred.
• Experience in Personal Injury claims or Debt Recovery considered.
• Ability to comply with court directions and orders.

Responsibilities

• Handle residential property litigation work for various clients.
• Draft and issue possession claims and manage case files.
• Correspond with clients, courts, and other parties involved.

Skills

Litigation expertise

Client communication

Drafting legal documents

Education

Relevant legal qualifications

Job description

Are you a Litigation Paralegal, Fee Earner or NQ Solicitor looking to develop your legal career in L&T work?

Our client is a specialist Landlord & Tenant practice based in Sussex seeking an additional member to join the team of 3 lawyers and 4 case handlers.

You will be joining the firms Landlord and Tenant department dealing with residential property litigation work acting mainly for landlords which includes Rent / Service Charge recovery work, Possession cases and Lease disputes. This includes accelerated possession matters, but can extend to defended proceedings, together with advice on relevant landlord and tenant legislation.

Dealing with appropriate drafting and comply with court directions and orders.

Corresponding with clients and other parties (Defendant / court / other solicitors / managing agents) as directed. Issuing possession claims on possession claims online system, complete paper applications for the court including manual possession applications, accelerated applications and warrant applications Producing instructions to advocates and counsel Producing notices seeking possessions Update Case Management information spreadsheets

Clients range from private landlords with a single property to large managing agents and insurance companies.

Some previous experience with L&T or Property Litigation work would be preferred, however experience within Personal Injury claims, Debt Recovery or general Civil Litigation will also be considered for this position as some training can be provided.

Position is full-time and office based 9 : 00 am to 5 : 30 pm Monday to Friday.

Generous salary and career progression on offer.