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Dispute Resolution Paralegal
Location: Coventry
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
About the Role
An established and well-regarded regional law firm is seeking a motivated Dispute Resolution Paralegal to join its busy and growing Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and dynamic legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting solicitors and fee earners in a wide range of dispute resolution matters, including property, commercial, contractual, and Private Client disputes.
- Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries, court bundles, witness statements, and correspondence.
- Managing a varied caseload of pre-litigation and litigated files under supervision.
- Liaising with clients, counsel, and third parties in a professional and timely manner.
- Drafting legal documents such as letters before action, pleadings, and instructions to counsel.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case management records.
- Supporting the wider team with administrative and procedural tasks as required.
About You
- You will ideally have at least 12 months' experience in dispute resolution or litigation work, either in a private practice or in-house setting.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Confident in dealing with clients and third parties.
- A good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and court processes.
- A law degree and/or completion of the LPC/SQE (or equivalent) is desirable.
Why Join This Firm?
- Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced solicitors in a respected regional practice.
- A supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture.
- Genuine career progression opportunities, with training and mentoring provided.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
