Litigation Paralegal

Abacus Professional Recruitment Ltd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Belfast is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to assist with various plaintiff litigation matters. The ideal candidate should have prior paralegal experience or strong academic qualifications. This role provides a supportive team environment and encourages professional development with competitive salary and benefits. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Support for professional development

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience in a litigation role is ideal but strong academics will be considered.
• Confident communicator with good client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of litigation files.
• Draft letters, legal documents, and court forms.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and experts.
• Gather medical records, reports, and evidence.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Client care skills

Teamwork

Job description

Paralegal – Litigation

Abacus is recruiting a paralegal with a strong interest in litigation. This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your legal career with a well-established law firm in Belfast.

Our client is looking to recruit a capable and enthusiastic Litigation Paralegal to support their growing team. You'll be part of a supportive environment where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged.

The Role: In this role, you’ll work closely with experienced solicitors on a broad range of plaintiff litigation matters—from personal injury and clinical negligence to general civil disputes. You’ll have the chance to take on real responsibility, helping to manage files, liaise with clients, and support the progression of cases through to resolution.

Typical Duties:

• Assisting with the management of litigation files
  
  
• Drafting letters, legal documents, and court forms
  
  
• Liaising with clients, counsel, and experts
  
  
• Gathering medical records, reports, and evidence
  
  
• Preparing case bundles and supporting court proceedings
  
  
• Keeping accurate file records and timelines up to date
  
  

Requirement:

• Previous paralegal experience in a litigation or plaintiff-focused role is ideal but all applications will be consideredalong with strong academics
  
  
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  
  
• A proactive and professional approach to work
  
  
• Confident communicator with good client care skills
  
  
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
  
  

The team:

• A friendly and collaborative team environment
  
  
• Exposure to high-quality litigation work
  
  
• Support for professional development
  
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
  
• Real opportunities for progression within the firm
  
  

If you’re a paralegal who’s ready to build on your litigation experience in a team that will support your growth, this could be the right fit for you.

Contact Alan in Abacus for more information.