Litigation Fee-Earner Paralegal

Litigation Fee-Earner

• Annual Salary: £26K - £30K
• Location: Uckfield, East Sussex
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Litigation Fee-Earner to join our Landlord and Tenant Litigation Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day running of the department’s caseload, including contentious and defended matters. This role is perfect for someone with paralegal/fee-earning experience in civil litigation, preferably in dispute resolution or landlord and tenant matters.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Undertake fee-earning work with supervision and contribute to the landlord and tenant department.
• Gain technical experience to handle defended and complex cases, particularly those allocated to the fast track and/or multi-track.
• Draft documents and comply with court directions and orders.
• Work towards independently managing smaller matters and providing effective support on larger matters.
• Correspond with clients and other parties as directed.
• Liaise with clients regarding the status of cases.
• Issue possession claims using the online system.
• Complete manual court applications, including possession and warrant applications.
• Provide instructions to advocates and counsel.
• Produce notices seeking possession.
• Update case management information spreadsheets.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in civil litigation, with a preference for dispute resolution or landlord and tenant matters.
• Good knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation procedures.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Organised and able to work on their own initiative.
• Confident in a small team environment and able to work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to be creative and adapt in a new enterprise.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 20 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays (pro-rata).
• Office-based role with standard working hours.

To apply for this Litigation Fee-Earner position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role.