Litigation Paralegal

**Litigation Paralegal**

Our client is a well-established Law Firm with multiple offices across the south of England. They are looking to expand and strengthen their busy Litigation team with an experienced Paralegal.

**The Role**:
Manage a Defended caseload via a diary system to take appropriate follow up action.

Review High Value or Complex pre-legal debts to assess suitability for legal action.

Pursue defended claims through small claims, fast track and multi-track by drafting pleadings, witness statements and producing court bundles.

Advise clients on legal matters, prospects for successful recovery and assist with overcoming disputes and reasons for non-payment

Work with courts, enforcement agencies and other suppliers to ensure high standards of service are maintained at all times

Insolvency Action for Bankruptcy/Winding Up Petitions

Return of Goods Claims

Such other duties as may be required

**To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate**:
A law degree and have previous practical experience of legal collections

Previous experience in running a Defended caseload on the Small Claims Track is preferred

Good IT skills - able to adapt and use new systems.

Problem solving skills - able to look for solutions and agree these with customers.

Confidence in making and receiving telephone calls.

Clear communication capabilities - both written and verbal.

The ability to work to targets - earning more based on success.

Confidence to deal with a variety of people in different situations.