Paralegal- Housing and Regeneration (Litigation)

Forbes Solicitors LLP; Twickenham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Profit share scheme

Health care benefits

BUPA (Solicitor positions only)

Job summary

Forbes Solicitors LLP in Twickenham is seeking a Paralegal to join the Housing & Regeneration (Litigation) team. The role is full-time with 36.25 hours per week and offers hybrid working.

The successful candidate will support Advisors with legal work, manage deadlines, draft documents, and conduct research. We welcome applicants with experience as Legal Assistants/Paralegals or those starting a career in law.

Qualifications

• A-Level qualifications (or equivalent), preferably including Law.
• Strong attention to detail with proofreading/editing skills for accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time and meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented, with good communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills across Word, Excel, Outlook and case management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients, colleagues and external parties.
• Aligns with the Firm’s values.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient support to Advisors through chargeable (legal-based) work for clients.
• Ensure timely progress of matters, prioritising work and deadlines.
• Draft legal documents requiring input and analysis.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy.
• Provide informed legal advice under supervision.
• Assess client queries and manage progression of client files.
• Attend external meetings and hearings as required.
• Assist in preparing for court proceedings and ensure documentation is in place.
• Maintain accurate case management records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders, manage expectations and chase responses.
• Perform administrative duties including preparing articles/reports and filing.
• Stay updated on legal trends and participate in training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

IT skills

Legal research

Legal communication

Client liaison

Education

A-Levels including Law

Tools

PfW

Job description

The Role

Forbes Solicitors LLP are seeking a Paralegal to join our Housing & Regeneration (Litigation) team at our Gordon House Office. This role is full time, working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with the possibility of hybrid working.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal that can bring their experience, skills and knowledge to the role orsomeone looking to start their career in Law and become part of a collaborative and professional team. While the role demands the fast pace, customer focus, and high standards of a law firm, it also ensures a sustainable work-life balance, reflecting the regional area it serves.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for achieving successful outcomes such as:

• Provide effective and efficient support to Advisors through chargeable (legal based) work that contributes to the delivery and completion of services for clients (e.g. obtaining and reviewing evidence and statements, taking witness statements, preparing for court, collation of legal bundles).
• Ensure timely and efficient day-to-day progress of matters, prioritising work, monitoring deadlines and actions needed and keeping clients informed.
• Drafting and preparing legal documents that require further knowledge, consideration and input based on analysis and understanding of information gathered.
• Conduct thorough, accurate, and up-to-date legal research which supports the matter strategy.
• Provide well informed legal advice, under the supervision of a qualified legal professional, that resolves queries and advances clients’ instructions and cases.
• Assess and understand client queries and file notes to identify actions and advice required and manage and guide the progression of a client file.
• Attend external meetings and events including but not limited to hearings, court appearances, client meetings and networking events.
• Where applicable, assist in preparing for court proceedings and hearings, ensuring all necessary documentation and evidence are in place.
• Maintain accurate records in the case management system, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational standards.
• Communicate regularly with clients and stakeholders, answering queries, managing expectations (including costs), providing updates and effectively chasing responses required and escalating appropriately.
• Perform administrative duties, including; writing articles and reports for internal and external publication, filing, billing, and organising matter files, to ensure smooth operational workflow.
• Stay updated on legal trends and participate in ongoing training to enhance skills and contribute to the firm’s overall success.

The Person

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based the role profile and on the candidate’s demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills in:

Essential:

• Has A-Level qualifications (or equivalent), preferably including Law.
• Demonstrates good attention to detail, including proof-reading and editing skills to ensure accuracy and quality of legal documents.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrates excellent IT skills and the ability to use multiple platforms such as word, excel, outlook and other case management systems/databases.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Aligns with the Firm’s values.

Desirable

• Previous paralegal / legal assistant experience.
• Demonstrates good knowledge within Property / Housing Law.
• Familiarity with legal processes, terminology, and the operation of law firms.
• Experience using legal case management systems (e.g., PfW) to support the delivery of services.

The Firm

At Forbes Solicitors, we believe in creating a supportive and collaborative environment where our team members can thrive and develop themselves and others. We offer a comprehensive range of legal services and have offices across the North, with deep roots in Lancashire. Our team are known for its genuine, practical advice and passion for achieving the best results. We are real people who listen to each other and work together to deliver exceptional service.

We are proud to have been awarded UK Employer of the Year: Silver (250+) at the Investors in People Awards 2024 and the Firm is ranked as a Legal 500 Top Tier Firm and a Chambers and Partners Leading Firm.

We are a values led Firm and are looking for people who embody our values: authenticity, striving for exceptional results, and unity in teamwork to join our award-winning Firm.

The Benefits

We are dedicated to supporting our people and offer a range of benefits, including:

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Annual leave purchase scheme (Subject to T&Cs).
• Enhanced family friendly policies and pay for Maternity, Paternity and Adoption.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Celebration and Volunteer leave.
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities.
• Profit share scheme.
• Additional long service awards;
• Subsidised tuck shops.
• Staff discount on Firm services.
• Health care benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services).
• BUPA (Solicitor positions only, for self, not dependents).
• Retail and gym membership discounts.
• Recruitment and legal department referrals (Subject to T&Cs).
• Annual Events.

Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability-confident employer, accredited by Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment, service provision, and supplier engagement, and strive to maintain a workforce that reflects the local community.