Paralegal: Case Management & Legal Research Pro

Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd is seeking a proactive Paralegal to join a busy legal team in Birmingham. You will provide legal and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners, assist with case management, draft documents and help maintain client files.

The ideal candidate will have prior legal experience, strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors and fee earners with the management and progression of legal cases.
• Preparing, drafting and reviewing legal documents and correspondence.
• Conducting legal research and summarising findings where required.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files and case management records.
• Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, third parties and other relevant organisations.
• Preparing bundles, schedules and supporting documentation.
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring documents are completed and submitted on time.
• Supporting case preparation and ensuring compliance with relevant procedures.
• Providing general administrative support to the legal team.
• Maintaining confidentiality and delivering a professional standard of client care.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Independent and team player

Education

Law degree / LPC / SQE-related qualification or relevant legal experience

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd is seeking a proactive Paralegal to join a busy legal team in Birmingham. You will provide legal and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners, assist with case management, draft documents and help maintain client files.

The ideal candidate will have prior legal experience, strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a professional environment.