Litigation Paralegal

Nitro Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Office-based in Manchester

Career progression

Job summary

Not disclosed law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its litigation team and handle a busy caseload across consumer and commercial disputes.

The role involves assisting with a range of litigation matters from initial assessment through to resolution, including drafting, research, client communication and case management. Office-based, with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• A law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Previous experience working as a paralegal or within a legal claims environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Good Microsoft Office and general IT skills.
• Professional, client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing new claims and carrying out initial legal research.
• Drafting correspondence, witness statements, applications and other legal documents.
• Communicating with clients, solicitors, Counsel and third parties.
• Managing case files, deadlines, hearings and key documentation.
• Assisting with settlement discussions and dispute resolution.
• Preparing matters for hearings and trial.
• Maintaining accurate records and updating the firm's case management system.
• Supporting solicitors and senior team members with the progression of claims.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Law-related communication

Organization

Time management

Independent work

MS Office

Law degree

Education

Law degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Paralegal - Financial Mis-selling

Location: Manchester

Salary: up to £26,000

A well-established and growing law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its litigation team.

The firm handles a varied caseload of consumer and commercial disputes and is looking for a motivated individual who is comfortable managing a busy workload, working closely with senior fee earners and progressing matters from initial assessment through to resolution.

The Role

You will assist with a range of litigation matters and be responsible for tasks including:

• Reviewing new claims and carrying out initial legal research;
• Drafting correspondence, witness statements, applications and other legal documents;
• Communicating with clients, solicitors, Counsel and third parties;
• Managing case files, deadlines, hearings and key documentation;
• Assisting with settlement discussions and dispute resolution;
• Preparing matters for hearings and trial;
• Maintaining accurate records and updating the firm's case management system;
• Supporting solicitors and senior team members with the progression of claims.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• A law degree or equivalent legal qualification;
• Previous experience working as a paralegal or within a legal claims environment;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail;
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines;
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team;
• Good Microsoft Office and general IT skills;
• A professional, client-focused approach.

Experience managing your own files or working within litigation, financial disputes or consumer claims would be advantageous, but is not essential.

On Offer

• Salary up to £26,000 per annum, depending on experience;
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays;
• Monday to Friday office-based working;
• Manchester city-centre location;
• Opportunities for career progression;

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Paralegal looking to develop their litigation experience within a busy, supportive and growing legal practice.