Litigation Paralegal

Bannon Crawford Solicitors; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

FQPS Academy Ltd. in the United Kingdom is seeking a litiga­tion paralegal to support the preparation and administration of legal matters, ensuring case information is accurate and work progresses smoothly.

You will organise documents, track deadlines and assist with clear, timely communication throughout each matter, using Word, Excel and Outlook to manage correspondence and filings. The role emphasizes well‑organised case files and proactive follow-up, with discretion handling sensitive

Qualifications

• Requires a law degree and strong written English.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Proficient with IT and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience supporting litigation or casework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format and proofread correspondence, court documents and materials.
• Organise electronic and paper files, maintain records, and track information.
• Monitor key dates, coordinate document handling and follow up on actions.
• Support timely communication with colleagues and clients across matters.

Skills

Strong written English

Clear communication

Time management

IT proficiency

Education

Law degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

As a Litigation Paralegal, you will support the preparation and administration of legal matters, helping the team manage case information accurately and keep work progressing. You will organise documents, track deadlines and assist with clear, timely communication throughout each matter.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format and proofread correspondence, court documents and other case materials using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office.
• Organise electronic and paper files, maintain accurate records, and use Microsoft Excel and Outlook to track information and manage communications.
• Monitor key dates, coordinate document handling and follow up on outstanding actions with colleagues.
• Your impact: Well-organised case files and timely updates help colleagues prepare efficiently and keep clients informed.

Qualifications

Required: Law degree, Strong written English, clear communication, sound organisational and time-management skills, and confidence using IT and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook. You should handle sensitive information carefully, check details thoroughly and manage competing tasks reliably.

Preferred: Experience supporting litigation or legal casework, familiarity with legal documents and procedures, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

QWE

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