Litigation Paralegal: Case Prep, Research & Admin

Mallory Pryce; Rishton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mallory Pryce, based in the central Preston area, is seeking an organised and experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide essential administrative support to the Litigation Partner and fee earners across a varied caseload.

You will conduct legal research, manage documents and case files, prepare pleadings, and assist with court forms while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards. The role involves client communication and diary management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
• Experience supporting fee earners in a solicitors’ firm or professional services environment.
• Good understanding of litigation terminology, civil procedure and court processes.
• Strong legal research, written communication and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paralegal and administrative support to fee earners across a busy litigation caseload.
• Assist with preparation, formatting, proofreading and amendment of pleadings, statements, witness evidence, applications and other documents.
• Undertake legal research using legislation, case law and procedural rules and present findings clearly.
• Assist with preparation of case chronologies, schedules, bundles and hearing notes.
• Manage digital and paper-based matter files, ensuring documents are saved and indexed.
• Open, close and update client and matter files in the case management system.
• Handle telephone calls, emails and correspondence from clients, solicitors, courts and external contacts.
• Assist with preparation and submission of court forms and documents, monitoring deadlines.
• Assist fee earners with case progression and tracking procedural milestones.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information and provide updates as authorised.
• Arrange conferences, hearings and meetings and maintain diaries.
• Assist with legal billing administration and liaison with accounts team.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with firm policies and data protection.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Civil procedure

Document management

Communication skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Case preparation

Billing administration

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Mallory Pryce, based in the central Preston area, is seeking an organised and experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide essential administrative support to the Litigation Partner and fee earners across a varied caseload.

You will conduct legal research, manage documents and case files, prepare pleadings, and assist with court forms while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards. The role involves client communication and diary management.