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Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

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Preston

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Job summary

A law firm in Preston seeks an experienced Residential Property Paralegal to manage property sales and purchases. The role offers autonomy, handling client relations and documentation like AP1 forms and title reports. Ideal for paralegals looking to develop further in their career within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

  • At least 12 months’ experience as a residential property paralegal.
  • Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail required.
  • Strong communication and client relationship skills needed.

Responsibilities

  • Managing a caseload of property sales and purchases.
  • Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms, drafting reports on title.
  • Liaising with clients and third parties, handling enquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail
Strong communication
Client relationship skills
Excellent drafting skills

Job description

Job Title: Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

Location: Preston, Lancashire

A law firm in Preston, Lancashire, is seeking a residential property paralegal with fee earning experience to join their team. The role involves managing a caseload of property sales and purchases, providing high-quality service to clients.

Key duties include:

  1. Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms
  2. Drafting reports on title
  3. Liaising with clients and third parties (e.g., mortgage lenders)
  4. Handling enquiries
  5. File opening and closing, including matter balances
  6. Scheduling deeds to mortgage lenders
  7. Drafting agreements, deeds, and contracts
  8. Reviewing and reporting on titles

Requirements:

  • At least 12 months’ experience as a residential property paralegal
  • Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and client relationship skills
  • Ability to conduct searches with minimal supervision

This is an excellent opportunity for a residential property paralegal to gain more hands-on experience and work with greater autonomy in an established law firm.

Note: The job posting is active until 19.07.2025. McKinlay Law will contact successful candidates within 24 hours of application.

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