I am currently working with a leading National Law Firm whose Leeds office is currently going through significant growth and they are looking for a Property Litigation Paralegal to come and join their expanding office. The role would be working closely with a new Partner who has just joined the firm and would be working closely with them on their caseload.
Responsibilities
* Assist solicitors and other fee earners in the day to day running of files
* Draft and prepare claim forms, pleadings, and witness statements for the County Court, ensuring all are prepared as soon in advance as possible
* Efficiently manage a large number of deadlines relating to a variety of cases at any one time;
* Prepare trial bundles
* Liaise with Court prior to trials to ensure necessary paperwork is sent and received and follow up on late/lost paperwork
Qualifications
* Minimum 2:2 degree or equivalent in Law (or appropriate conversion) and ideally 12 months experience as a Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant
* Ability to conduct effective legal research;
* Possess solid drafting skills;
* Possess the ability to prepare pleadings and witness statements for the Court;
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