Paralegal - Mortgage Litigation

Lightfoots Solicitors; Thame; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightfoots Solicitors seeks a Junior Paralegal to join the Mortgage Litigation team in Thame. You will support fee earners by managing case files, preparing documents, and providing administrative assistance. Ideal for candidates looking to begin their career in law, offering a supportive environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive industry salary

Enhanced holiday allowance

Private Health Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working policy

Learning & Development opportunities

Paid study leave

Qualifications

• Past experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is a plus but not necessary.
• At least 1 year of experience in an administrative role is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Open and maintain electronic case files, action workflow entries.
• Assist fee earners with case load and prepare legal documents.
• File and serve court bundles and assist with managing invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Solid written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Job description

Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With five 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 a Junior Paralegal to join our friendly Mortgage Litigation team and also support the 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.

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

• Past experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is a plus but not necessary
• Preferable at least 1 years’ experience in an administrative role.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills are needed.
• Ability to be proactive and handle a busy workload.
• 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. Our benefits package has been built around what our people value the most;

Money Matters

• Competitive industry salary - with annual salary reviews & bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension contributions - with qualifying service
• Discounted legal fees - discounted conveyancing & wills for you and your family
• Personal financial advice - helping you achieve your financial goals
• Discounts - from a wide range of retailers
• Employee Referral Scheme - up to £1000 bonus
  
  

Mind, Body & Soul Matters

• Enhanced holiday allowance - which increases with service
• Private Health Insurance - with Bupa (with qualifying service)
• Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents, such as optical & dental
• 24/7 Virtual GP Access - help & support available for when you need it
• Company Sick Pay - with the option to use this for caring for a dependant
• Free flu jabs- onsite annual flu vaccinations
• Discounted Gym Memberships - as well as discounts for other health related retailers
• Free fruit in all offices - fresh fruit delivered to the office each week
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to counselling and support
• Mental health first aiders - we have nine qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm providing confidential support
• Wellbeing events - held throughout the year, from stress resilience workshops to wellbeing breakfasts and lunchtime walks
• Paid volunteer days - to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Events - firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club , Christmas party & lots more.
• Committees - we have active Social ,Charity, Wellbeing and ESG committees.
  
  

Family Matters

• Enhanced family leave - enhanced pay for Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental leave
• Flexible working - our Flexible working policy helps with your work life balance
• Flexible sickness entitlement - the option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs care
• Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents
  
  

Career Matters

• Learning & Development - access to hundreds of webinars and training courses
• Paid study leave - with sponsored training opportunities
• Long Service Awards - we celebrate & reward our long standing colleagues
• Lightfoots Core Values Award - Rewarding colleagues who have demonstrated our core values
  
  

Apply

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.