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; notify clients and the Court of hearing dates
- Ensure 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
Equal Opportunities
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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