Paralegal - Litigation

Lightfoots Solicitors; Thame; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local law firm in Thame seeks an experienced Paralegal to assist in case management and provide legal support. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience, solid communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. The position offers various perks, including health insurance, enhanced leave, and professional development opportunities. This is an office-based role, ideal for those aspiring to become solicitors.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Health Insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Paid volunteer days

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal is essential.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Open and maintain electronic case files.
• Assist fee earners in department with case load.
• Prepare routine legal documents.

Skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With six offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Paralegal to join our friendly general Litigation team. You will be responsible for assisting fee earners in the department with their case load as well as providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to the Fee Earners within the team.

This is an office-based role in Thame, Oxfordshire. This is a great opportunity for those aspiring to become qualified as a solicitor in the future. Lightfoots provides sponsorship of the SQE route (after qualifying length of service) and extensive resources for Learning and Development as well exposure to interesting and varied matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Open and maintain electronic case files, keeping organised by actioning workflow entries and processing client instructions.
• Initially, assisting fee earners in department with case load and under their direction.
• Review Land Registry Office Copies.
• Prepare routine legal documents using templates from our case management system.
• Issue proceedings, obtain Court Orders and take enforcement action.
• Prepare, file and serve Court bundles.
• Assist fee earners in preparing invoices and ensure all fees are accounted for.
• Supporting Fee Earners with the day-to-day management of files.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal is essential
• Solid written and verbal communication skills and willingness to speak to clients in a professional manner
• Ability to perform well under pressure and work to deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team and embrace teamwork.
• Attention to detail

Why work for Lightfoots Solicitors?

Our staff are our greatest asset and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. We provide a range of benefits to support you in and outside of the workplace.

Firstly, you will enjoy enhanced annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an enhanced pension scheme, alongside a competitive salary.

For your health BUPA Private Medical Insurance (after a qualifying period), Healthcare cash plan for your everyday healthcare expenses for you and your dependents, access to a 24/7 GP service, Employee Assessment Programme, company sick pay, free flu vaccinations, and more.

For your wellbeing Discounted gym memberships, fruit in all offices, paid volunteer days, Wellbeing and awareness events across the year. Your wellbeing and mental health is our highest priority at Lightfoots, which is why we have 9 qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm to provide confidential support.

For you and your family We provide an option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs your care. We also provide enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave alongside many more family friendly policies. Generous discounts on legal services.

For your career We offer significant learning and development opportunities alongside a structured appraisal process, sponsored training for qualifications, networking opportunities and access to 100s of webinars and training activities.

For your belonging We have an active Social committee, Charity Committee, Wellbeing Committee and an ESG committee. We actively encourage new joiners to take an active part in a committee if it is an area of interest. We have firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club and lots more.

If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on [e-mail].

As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know.

Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.