Junior Paralegal

Lightfoots LLP Solicitors are looking for Junior Paralegal`s to join their Mortgage Litigation team and also provide support to the general Litigation team. You will be responsible for assisting fee earners in the department with their case load as well as providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to the Fee Earners within the team.

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Responsibilities

• Open and maintain electronic case files, keeping organised by actioning workflow entries and processing client instructions.
• Initially, assisting fee earners in department with case load and under their direction.
• Review Land Registry Office Copies.
• Prepare routine legal documents using templates from our case management system.
• Issue proceedings, obtain Court Orders and take enforcement action.
• Prepare, file and serve Court bundles.
• Assist fee earners in preparing invoices and ensure all fees are accounted for.
• Supporting Fee Earners with the day-to-day management of files.

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Experience

• Past experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
• At least 1 years’ experience in an administrative role.

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Key Skills

• Solid written and verbal communication skills are needed.
• Ability to be proactive and handle a busy workload.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and work to deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team and embrace teamwork.
• Attention to detail.

This role is office based. Applicants must live in a commutable distance of Thame, Oxfordshire.

Please note, this list is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be subject to change based on the needs of the Firm

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What you get in return

• Joining a friendly and supportive team
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Discount and savings on shopping, restaurants, etc. via Perkbox
• Charity & Social Activities
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Wellbeing Policy & Programme – 1 day off per year to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Health Insurance after 2 years’ service
• Standard pension auto-enrolment plan and enhanced after 2 years’ service

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As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. Please contact the HR team to let us know if you require any adjustments to attend an interview or you would like a confidential discussion.