Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Walsall (Agile Working Available)
Competitive salary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a highly regarded Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation team in Walsall.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a Legal 500-recognised team handling a broad range of commercial and civil disputes for businesses and private clients. The successful candidate will support experienced litigators while developing their own technical knowledge and litigation experience within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting fee earners with the management of commercial litigation matters
- Drafting correspondence, court documents and legal proceedings
- Preparing instructions to Counsel
- Conducting legal research and preparing file summaries
- Managing court deadlines and key dates
- Liaising with clients, barristers, courts and third parties
- Preparing bundles and supporting documentation
- Assisting with case progression from instruction through to resolution
- Maintaining accurate file management and compliance procedures
- Supporting the wider litigation team on complex matters where required
Experience in the following areas would be advantageous:
- Breach of contract disputes
- Commercial litigation
- Tort claims
- Boundary disputes
- Commercial property litigation
- Residential property litigation
- The successful candidate will have:
- Previous litigation experience gained within a law firm
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent drafting and communication abilities
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- A proactive and team-focused approach
- Strong client care skills and a professional manner
This is an excellent opportunity for a Paralegal looking to develop their career within a highly respected litigation team offering exposure to high-quality commercial disputes work and strong long-term progression opportunities.Benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- 8% employer pension contribution
- Private healthcare insurance
- 34 days' holiday including bank holidays and the day after Boxing Day
- Firm-wide bonus scheme
- Client introduction bonus scheme
- Birthday day off
- Agile working
Please apply or send your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk in order to be considered.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
