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Litigation Executive / Paralegal
Job Posted: a month ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: St. Helens, Merseyside
Expire in: 16 hours
Job Description
Litigation Executive / Paralegal
Location: St Helens, UK
Salary: Up to £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm (with flexible working available upon successful completion of probation)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Litigation Executive / Paralegal to join a busy and dynamic legal team in St Helens. This is an excellent opportunity for an established fee earner with strong litigation experience to manage a varied caseload and support the delivery of high-quality legal services across multiple disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
Issue and serve proceedings (DCP)
Manage and maintain Court diaries, including:
Notifying clients and the Court of hearing dates
Ensuring representation is arranged for hearings
Ensure compliance with Court directions and key deadlines
Prepare Court bundles and lists of documents
Attend Court hearings with and without Counsel
Handle new client enquiries and onboard clients across:
Personal injury
Clinical negligence
Landlord and tenant disputes
Debt recovery
Contested probate and general litigation
Take client instructions and provide ongoing case updates
Communicate effectively with clients via telephone and email
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records
Work collaboratively within the litigation department
Essential Skills & Experience
Experience within a Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, or Litigation department
Proven experience as a fee earner with the ability to manage caseloads independently
Working knowledge of:
Proclaim case management system
CPR (Civil Procedure Rules)
Court filing systems
MOJ Portal
Strong understanding of limitation periods
Experience preparing Court bundles and legal documentation
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and show initiative
Professional communication skills (both written and verbal)
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe
Desirable Skills & Attributes
Experience managing Court listings and liaising with Courts
Confidence attending Court both independently and alongside Counsel
Strong client care and relationship management skills
Ability to handle a diverse workload across multiple litigation areas
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
Flexible working arrangements post-probation
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to develop within a well-established litigation team
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