Litigation Paralegal

Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers is delighted to present this excellent opportunity for a Litigation Paralegal to join a prestigious law firm in Exeter.

This role offers an exceptional chance to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking legal environment.

About the Role

The successful candidate will join the firm's dynamic Litigation team in Exeter, supporting lawyers with property disputes, contractual matters, employment issues, and commercial litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal seeking to develop their skills in a varied and challenging environment.

Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:

• Support case progression under guidance across a range of dispute categories
• Maintain regular client contact through various communication channels, collecting necessary information and delivering status reports
• Record comprehensive client instructions received via telephone
• Identify and liaise with appropriate expert witnesses and legal professionals, scheduling necessary appointments and discussions
• Assemble relevant documentation packages for briefs and expert consultations
• Respond to inquiries from legal specialists and expert witnesses as needed
• Compose standard legal correspondence and prepare routine documentation
• Facilitate communication with third parties including opposing solicitors, judicial offices, and insurance providers
• Create and maintain organised document collections for alternative dispute resolution, evidence exchange, and court proceedings
• Resolve financial inquiries from clients, facilitate payments to barristers and courts, and process related transactions
• Contribute to client invoicing processes and explanatory fee narratives
• Use digital dictation software to produce various legal documents

Litigation Paralegal Requirements:

• Previous experience in a litigation support role (essential)
• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficiency with legal case management systems
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional and confident manner when dealing with clients
• Team-oriented approach with a willingness to support colleagues
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office suite proficiency

Benefits:

• GBP25k - GBP28k salary based on experience
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Plus so much more.

The Ideal Candidate:

The perfect applicant combines strong litigation knowledge with excellent organisational abilities and a client-focused approach. You will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently. Your communication skills and professional demeanour will enable you to build effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and external parties. This role offers significant potential for career advancement for a motivated individual eager to develop within litigation.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers on (phone number removed) or email her directly on (url removed).