Paralegal – Clinical Negligence

Foot Anstey LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Foot Anstey LLP’s Enable Law division is seeking a proactive Paralegal to support the Clinical Negligence team in Exeter. The role focuses on assisting with early-stage claims, onboarding new clients, and handling sensitive information with care.

You will draft documents, review medical records, conduct research, and provide administration support to senior lawyers, contributing to positive outcomes for clients while working in a collaborative, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience in a legal or professional services setting.
• Interest and/or prior experience in Clinical Negligence matters.
• Ability to handle sensitive client information with tact and empathy.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Proficient IT skills including MS Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers in the initial stages of a claim, including file setup and obtaining medical records.
• Draft documentation and provide legal/administrative support to senior lawyers.
• Research quantum, medical issues, legislation and case law.
• Manage day-to-day file administration and organisation.

Skills

Administrative experience

Clinical Negligence experience

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title: Paralegal – Clinical Negligence

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Enable Law (part of the Foot Anstey Group) is one of the UK’s leading specialist medical negligence, personal injury, mental capacity and education law firms. Everything we do is about making life better for our clients and their families.

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Paralegal to join our Clinical Negligence team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting clients during some of the most challenging moments of their lives, helping to ensure their cases progress smoothly and efficiently. This role is based in our Southampton office, where regular office attendance is essential for collaboration and high-quality service delivery.

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The role in 60 seconds:

• Role: Paralegal
• Location: Exeter
• Working Pattern: Full time

Why this role matters: You will assist the team with the early stages of Clinical Negligence claims, onboard new clients, and help manage complex and sensitive cases. Your work will directly contribute to achieving better outcomes for individuals and families affected by medical negligence, making a real difference to people when they need it most.

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What you’ll do

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience in a legal or professional services setting. You’ll be a vital part of a team recognised for its expertise and compassion, contributing to meaningful outcomes for vulnerable individuals.

In this role, you’ll:

• The role will support lawyers across the firm in the initial stages of a claim to include setting up of the file, obtaining and reviewing medical records.
• Drafting documentation and providing legal/administrative support to senior lawyers.
• Conducting research into quantum, medical issues, legislation and case law.
• Supporting the team with file management and day-to-day administration.

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What we’re looking for

• A genuine interest and/or prior experience in Clinical Negligence matters.
• An ability to handle sensitive client information with tact and empathy.
• Highly flexible approach, able to work effectively as part of a busy team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Proven organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
• Strong IT skills including confident use of MS Outlook, Word and Excel.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Enable Law, we’re committed to making a difference for our clients, our people and our communities. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that is diverse and includes:
• Individuals and families affected by medical negligence or personal injury.
• Those lacking capacity who require assistance in managing their financial affairs.
• Children and young people seeking advice and support to access tailored educational solutions that meet their unique needs.
• A culture built on our values of being trusted specialists, genuine and caring, inclusive and acting with integrity.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to patient safety, harm reduction, sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level, we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).

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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.