Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

Location: Chester

Position: Full-time | Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Chester. This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced litigators on a broad range of complex and high-quality disputes, making it ideal for someone looking to further develop their career in litigation.

The Role

Working as part of a busy and supportive Dispute Resolution team, you'll provide assistance on a varied caseload while delivering a high standard of client service. Responsibilities include:

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• Assisting fee earners with a range of litigation matters from inception through to conclusion.
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• Preparing court documents, witness bundles and legal correspondence.
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• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and third parties.
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• Managing diaries, deadlines and case progression.
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• Attending client meetings, mediations and court hearings where required.
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• Supporting file management and ensuring compliance with court procedures and internal processes.
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• Handling client enquiries and maintaining regular communication throughout matters.
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About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

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• A minimum of one year's experience within a litigation or dispute resolution team.
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• Experience assisting with civil or commercial litigation matters.
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• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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• A proactive, client-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
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• Experience using legal case management systems is advantageous.
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What's on Offer

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• Competitive salary.
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• Hybrid working arrangements.
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• Generous annual leave, including additional days over the Christmas period.
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• Private healthcare and additional wellbeing benefits.
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• Enhanced pension and life assurance.
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• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
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• A supportive, collaborative team environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
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• Regular social events and employee recognition initiatives.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected law firm that invests in its people and offers genuine long-term career progression within a thriving litigation team.

If you're an ambitious Litigation Paralegal looking for your next challenge in Chester, we'd love to hear from you.