Salary: Up to £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm (with flexible working available upon successful completion of probation)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Litigation Executive / Paralegal to join a busy and dynamic legal team in St Helens. This is an excellent opportunity for an established fee earner with strong litigation experience to manage a varied caseload and support the delivery of high-quality legal services across multiple disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
* Issue and serve proceedings (DCP)
* Manage and maintain Court diaries, including:
* Notifying clients and the Court of hearing dates
* Ensuring representation is arranged for hearings
* Ensure compliance with Court directions and key deadlines
* Prepare Court bundles and lists of documents
* Attend Court hearings with and without Counsel
* Handle new client enquiries and onboard clients across:
* Landlord and tenant disputes
* Debt recovery
* Contested probate and general litigation
* Take client instructions and provide ongoing case updates
* Communicate effectively with clients via telephone and email
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records
* Work collaboratively within the litigation department
* Experience within a Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, or Litigation department
* Proven experience as a fee earner with the ability to manage caseloads independently
* Working knowledge of:
* Court filing systems
* MOJ Portal
* Strong understanding of limitation periods
* Experience preparing Court bundles and legal documentation
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
* Ability to work independently and show initiative
* Professional communication skills (both written and verbal)
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe
* Experience managing Court listings and liaising with Courts
* Confidence attending Court both independently and alongside Counsel
* Strong client care and relationship management skills
* Ability to handle a diverse workload across multiple litigation areas
What We Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Flexible working arrangements post-probation
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to develop within a well-established litigation team
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