Job Description
The Firm
Witan Solicitors is a specialist litigation firm based in Birmingham. We handle complex, high-value disputes across civil litigation, commercial law, insolvency, employment and family law often in the High Court. We’re a small, focused team, so everyone is hands-on and close to the work.
The Role
We’re hiring a Civil & Commercial Litigation Case Handler (Senior Paralegal) to strengthen our litigation delivery team. This is a high-responsibility role for someone who can run matters day-to-day (with appropriate supervision), progress files quickly, and produce strong drafting under the Civil Procedure Rules.
This is bespoke, multi-track civil/commercial litigation. It is not a high-volume, template-driven claims environment. You will be expected to use initiative, take ownership, and add value fast.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters (with supervision appropriate to experience)
- Draft high-quality correspondence, advice notes, research memos and procedural documents
- Work confidently with CPR: deadlines, directions, compliance, and applications support
- Assist with (and where capable, draft) pleadings and application documents (Particulars/Defence, witness evidence, exhibits)
- Prepare court bundles, chronologies, and disclosure workflows
- Maintain excellent file hygiene: deadlines, case plans, and next-step actions
- Identify and execute billing points consistently (WIP → bills → cash discipline)
- Support and guide junior paralegals/trainees with litigation tasks and workflow
- Contribute to improving templates, checklists, and “how we do it at Witan” processes
What We’re Looking For
We cannot offer a “learning from zero” environment. You should already have:
- Proven experience as a paralegal/case handler in civil/commercial litigation
- Working familiarity with CPR and litigation process from start to finish
- Strong drafting ability (bespoke correspondence, procedural steps, structured advice)
- Confidence managing deadlines and progressing multiple matters at pace
- High attention to detail and pride in quality
- Professional client communication and calmness under pressure
- Proficiency with Word/Outlook and comfort using case management systems
Education / Training (Preferred)
This role is open to strong candidates from different routes. The following is welcomed (but not required if you have the right experience):
- Law degree (LLB or equivalent)
- LPC / SQE1 / SQE2 / BPTC (or equivalent)
- Candidates on a route to qualification or pupillage are welcome provided you can demonstrate real civil/commercial litigation capability and strong drafting skills.
Traits That Matter Here
- Self-motivated and accountable (no micromanagement)
- Proactive and solutions-focused (you bring recommendations, not just problems)
- Organised, resilient, and commercially aware
- Team-first mindset aligned with our values: positivity, respect, communication, professionalism
Benefits
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- 30 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays
- High-quality litigation exposure and real responsibility
- Clear progression for strong performers
- Supportive, high-standard team with structured supervision
- Opportunity to help build and shape how the litigation team runs
Location
Birmingham (office-based).
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