Job Description
Civil Litigation Paralegal
South Yorkshire | Office-based
£23,000 – £27,000 DOE
A well-established South Yorkshire practice is looking to appoint an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal. This is a rare opportunity to join a team handling a varied caseload, with the support and mentorship of a highly experienced Litigation Partner. The firm is open to more senior candidates who can hit the ground running.
You’ll be working on:
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* Boundary disputes
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* Company and commercial litigation
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* Debt recovery
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* Inquest representation
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* Judicial review
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* Landlord & tenant disputes
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* Probate disputes
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* Professional negligence claims
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* Property litigation
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* TOLATA claims
Although this is a Dispute Resolution role, the practice also handles high-profile work across Family and Criminal Law, meaning occasional crossover work may be available.
What the firm is looking for:
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* Proven experience in civil litigation — this is not a role for someone straight from university
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* Confidence in managing a caseload with minimal supervision
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* A motivated and ambitious attitude
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* Strong advocacy and communication skills
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* A professional manner when dealing with clients and third parties, including confidently handling debt recovery calls
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* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
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* Good IT and case management system competence
What’s on offer?
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* A collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
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* Ongoing training and clear routes for progression
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* Flexible working policies once established
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* The chance to build a long-term career in litigation under the guidance of an experienced partner