Property Litigation Paralegal

Harrison Drury Solicitors; Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee bonus scheme

Medicash health benefits

Holiday entitlement increases with長

Paid time off for voluntary work

Free conveyancing for main residence

Job summary

Harrison Drury Solicitors in Preston seeks a Property Litigation Paralegal to provide high-quality support to the team and undertake fee-earning work under supervision. You will manage files, attend hearings, and liaise with Courts and Counsel while maintaining meticulous records.

The role offers development within a supportive team, with exposure to real property dispute matters across England and Wales, and opportunities to grow your professional career.

Qualifications

• Experience in property or commercial litigation support in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience in an administrative or paralegal role.
• Good legal research skills and accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage own files and matters under supervision while undertaking fee-earning work.
• Attend court hearings, mediations and client meetings with detailed notes.
• Liaise with Counsel, Courts and third parties to progress matters.
• Oversee file administration: opening, closing, archiving, billing and records.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and progress critical dates and directions.
• Prepare court bundles and assist with diary and meeting management.
• Handle new client enquiries by telephone and email and support matter inception.
• Draft correspondence, court documents and other legal documents.

Skills

Legal research

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Tools

SOS (case management)

Job description

Harrison-Drury is a market leading firm of solicitors with offices in Lancashire, Cumbria, and Staffordshire. We're delighted to be named one of the UK's Best Companies to Work For for the third year running, placing at number 40 in the Top 100 Best Mid-Sized Companies to Work For list. We also ranked 10th in the Best Companies to Work For in the Law sector, achievements that reflect our commitment to creating a supportive, people-focused workplace.

We are an employer of choice because we challenge the conventional law firm approach, focusing our energy on delivering outstanding results for our clients while attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Property Litigation Paralegal to join our highly regarded Property Litigation team in Preston. Recognised in The Legal 500 for its technical expertise, the team advises businesses and individuals across England and Wales on the full spectrum of contentious property matters, including landlord and tenant disputes, real estate litigation, property contract claims and professional negligence claims involving property professionals.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual looking to develop their legal career within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The Role

Working closely with experienced Property Litigation lawyers, you will provide high-quality support to the team whilst undertaking your own fee-earning work.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Managing your own files and matters under appropriate supervision.
• Attending court hearings, mediations and client meetings, preparing detailed attendance notes and minutes.
• Liaising with Counsel, the Courts and other third parties.
• Managing all aspects of file administration, including matter opening, closing, archiving, billing and updating records.
• Ensuring files remain compliant with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
• Monitoring critical dates and progressing matters efficiently.
• Preparing court bundles in accordance with CPR requirements and case-specific directions.
• Assisting fee earners with diary and meeting management.
• Handling new client enquiries by telephone and email and supporting matter inception.
• Undertaking legal research.
• Drafting correspondence, court documents and other legal documentation.
• Assisting with legal updates, articles and website content.

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and eager to develop their skills within a successful and growing team.

You Will Ideally Have

• Previous experience working within property litigation or commercial litigation in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience in an administrative or paralegal role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Good legal research skills.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A positive attitude and a desire to learn and develop.

Desirable Experience

• Experience using SOS or a similar legal case management system.
• Familiarity with legal documentation in a contentious practice area.
• Experience of County Court and High Court proceedings.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an award-winning, people-focused firm.
• Work alongside recognised experts in the field.
• Enjoy a supportive culture that invests in staff development and wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing team.

Our Benefits

• Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review.
• Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Holiday entitlement that increases with length of service.
• Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year).
• Free conveyancing for the purchase or sale of your primary residence.
• Free individual or mirror Wills.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Biannual promotion and salary uplift application process.
• Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards.

If you're looking to join a progressive, ambitious and people-focused law firm where your contribution will be valued and your development supported, we'd love to hear from you. Harrison Drury is a people business with relationships at its heart. We deliver legal services as trusted legal partners to businesses, individuals and families across Lancashire, Cumbria, Manchester, Merseyside and Staffordshire.