Litigation Paralegal

Honeycomb; Belfast; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a driven Litigation Paralegal to support solicitors on various contentious matters. Responsibilities include preparing case files, drafting documents, and assisting with trial preparation. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and has experience in a litigation environment. This role offers a competitive salary of £26,000 - £30,000, along with benefits including 20 days of holiday and a pension contribution.

Benefits

20 days holiday + STAT

3% pension contribution

Opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Paralegal, legal secretary, or legal assistant is essential.
• Experience working within Litigation is essential.
• Experience with Personal Injury is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case files and draft legal documents.
• Conduct research and liaise with clients and counsel.
• Assist with trial preparation and progress cases to completion.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

The Job

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join our busy team. This is a diverse role, providing support to solicitors on a wide range of contentious matters. Duties will include preparing case files, drafting legal documents, conducting research, liaising with clients and counsel, and assisting with trial preparation. You will play a key role in progressing cases from initial instruction through to completion, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every stage. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment.

The Company

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded law firm with a strong reputation for delivering expert legal services. With a busy and expanding practice, they pride themselves on providing clear, practical advice and building lasting relationships with their clients. The firm offers a supportive and professional working environment where career development is encouraged, making it an excellent place for ambitious legal professionals to grow and thrive.

Package/Benefits:

• Salary £26-000 - £30,000 dependant on experience
• 20 days holiday + STAT
• 3% pension contribution
• Opportunity to join a progressive, forward-thinking firm

The Person

• Experience working as a Paralegal, legal secretary, or legal assistant (Essential)
• Experience working within Litigation (Essential)
• Experience with Personal Injury (desirable)
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn, hardworking, and driven

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Caoimhe Fairfield at Honeycomb on 028 9013 1228. If you have a disability, which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss. Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit Honeycomb to view a wide selection of our current jobs.