Litigation Paralegal

Key Duties

• Assist and support in the preparation of cases up to and including trial /completion under supervision.
• Assist in communications with clients both incoming and outgoing, and give any assistance which is possible including providing updates.
• Assist with communications with other solicitors and professionals both incoming and outgoing , and give any assistance which is possible including providing updates.
• Drafting of correspondence and documents pre-issue for the fee earner with conduct of the litigation.
• Assisting in the preparation of court forms and pleadings for the fee earner with conduct of the litigation.
• Assisting with the progression of files.
• Assist any other fee earners as and when required.
• Ensure the positive representation of the firm in all dealings with clients and others.
• Ensure compliance with quality control procedures when working on all matters.

General Duties.

• Ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties.
• Abide by L G Williams & Prichard's policies on Health and Safety & Equality and Diversity.
• Perform other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role.

Requirements

• Law Graduate.
• Experience of managing your own cases, including litigated cases, for which you have undertaken drafting of court forms and documents, is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of the team.
• Able to demonstrate good time management and organisation skills.
• IT literate.
• Experience with case management systems.
• A willingness to undertake further training and development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: £23,500.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Experience:

• Paralegal: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person