Paralegal

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP is one of Ireland’s largest full service law firms. We are a forward thinking law firm and are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join our firm in the Dublin office.

This role will involve supporting solicitors across a range of practice areas, depending on departmental needs. The nature of such work will vary depending on the practice area and is suited to a dynamic individual who is seeking to work cross-departmentally. 

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities will include the following:

• Taking instructions from solicitors.


• Liaising with the client’s or 3rd party Solicitors in relation to queries.


• Attending court as required.


• Carry out legal research on cases as assigned.


• Assist in the preparation and collation of briefs.


• Liaise with clients as required by the supervising Solicitor.


• Provide support for all administration tasks as required, including photocopying, filing of documents, dictations.


• General handling of files post completion.


• Releasing title documents and scheduling title documents.
  

The person

• Previous experience in within a legal environment/ experience in a busy office environment


• An ability to work effectively as part of a team


• A proactive individual who takes pride in their work


• Excellent attention to detail


• Ability to deliver high quality work in an efficient manner


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Proficient in MS Office suite


• A high level of motivation and an ability to act on one’s own initiative.