Paralegal - Financial Litigation

DWF Law LLP; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

DWF Law LLP in Glasgow is seeking a Paralegal to join the Financial Litigation & Debt Recovery team. The role is based in Glasgow with a hybrid working arrangement.

You will assist fee earners on undefended court actions, support associates with court actions and decrees, and manage enforcement and client communications. Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BA in Scottish Law or HNC in Legal studies or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with clients and legal professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners on undefended court actions, including Simple Procedure, Summary Cause, and Ordinary Cause.
• Support qualified associates with raising court actions, minuting for decree, and pursuing money judgments and Return of Goods Orders.
• Process tasks within the team’s joint workbox, handling court action, enforcement, and client correspondence promptly.
• Manage Time to Pay and Time Order Applications, take payments by phone, and negotiate payment plans per client instructions.
• Process new business files in line with client requirements.
• Instruct and manage trace reports and the enforcement of court decrees.
• Perform in-house investigations, including property ownership checks, asset investigations, and insolvency checks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

BA in Scottish Law or HNC in Legal studies or equivalent

Job description

Why join us?

DWF is seeking to recruit a Paralegal to join the nationally recognised Financial Litigation & Debt Recovery team.

This role will be based in our Glasgow office with the option of a hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners on files and all aspects of undefended court actions, including Simple Procedure, Summary Cause, and Ordinary Cause, to achieve effective and satisfactory outcomes for a range of clients, such as motor finance, debt purchase, utility, and corporate clients.
• Support qualified associates with raising court actions, minuting for decree with accuracy, and pursuing money judgments and Return of Goods Orders.
• Process tasks within the team’s joint workbox, ensuring court action, enforcement, and client correspondence are handled promptly.
• Manage and respond to Time to Pay and Time Order Applications, handle incoming calls, take payments by phone, and negotiate payment plans per client instructions.
• Process new business files in line with client requirements.
• Instruct and manage trace reports and the enforcement of court decrees.
• Perform in-house investigations, including property ownership checks, asset investigations, and insolvency checks.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• BA in Scottish Law OR HNC in Legal studies OR equivalent qualification
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and legal professionals.

Desirable

• Familiarity with Scottish court procedures, including Simple Procedure, Summary Cause, and Ordinary Cause.
• Proficiency in legal research, with the ability to interpret and apply legal principles.

What we offer?

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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