Lightfoots LLP Solicitors have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Paralegal to join their 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.
Responsibilities
1. Open and maintain electronic case files, keeping organised by actioning workflow entries and processing client instructions.
2. Initially, assist fee earners in the department with case load and under their direction.
3. Review Land Registry Office Copies.
4. Prepare routine legal documents using templates from our case management system.
5. Issue proceedings, obtain Court Orders and take enforcement action.
6. Prepare, file and serve Court bundles.
7. Assist fee earners in preparing invoices and ensure all fees are accounted for.
8. Support Fee Earners with the day-to-day management of files.
Qualifications
1. Past experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is a plus but not necessary.
2. Preferably at least 1 year’s experience in an administrative role.
Key Skills
1. Solid written and verbal communication skills are needed.
2. Ability to be proactive and handle a busy workload.
3. Ability to perform well under pressure and work to deadlines.
4. Ability to work in a team and embrace teamwork.
5. Attention to detail.
The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time.
What you get in return
1. 23 days holiday + Bank holidays
2. Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover
3. Enhanced pension after 2 years' service
4. BUPA Private Medical Insurance after 2 years' service
5. Discounted gym membership
6. Paid Volunteer days
7. Wellbeing programme & initiatives
8. A calendar of social and networking activities
9. Reduced legal fees
10. Fantastic learning and development opportunities
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.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Paid volunteer time
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
* What are your salary expectations?
* Please let us know if you require any adjustments to attend an interview.
Experience:
* Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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