trainee paralegal

Trainee Paralegal - Dispute Resolution, Stamford, Lincolnshire

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Law or equivalent professional work experience, although training will be given, and have a real passion for litigation work. The successful candidate should have the ability to handle pressure and work to tight deadlines. They will be committed to providing excellent client care and satisfaction.

**Hours of Work: 09.00 – 17.15 hrs – Monday to Friday hours per week)

Department: Personal and Business Dispute Resolution

Location: Stamford, Lincolnshire, UK

Salary: Depending on Experience**
Key Duties

• Client liaison and assisting with enquires in relation to both property litigation and dispute resolution matters
• To provide an ongoing service to existing clients
• To work with the two Partners and other Fee Earners in the department to develop new business
• Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, maximising cross referrals across all offices and areas of the business
• To produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives
• To keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice in own area of work
• Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills
• Maintaining accurate daily records of time spent on client and internal work.
• Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the company's quality and risk procedures;
• Assisting with the preparation of and sending out of monthly bills
• Maintaining diaries for court matters; and
• Assisting with client care paperwork and file closures on conclusion.

Key Responsibilities include assisting (with supervision) the two litigation partners based at the Stamford Offices with the following

• Preparation and service of all Notices in respect of Property matters e.g. under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, Housing matters, break notices, agricultural tenancies;
• Commercial lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954;
• Dilapidations Claims;
• Breach of covenant claims
• Reviewing Land Registry documentation and reporting on the same (training will be given);
• Providing advice and assistance alongside the Partners in matters such as Easements and Boundary Disputes

Role Profile and Person Specification

• Providing advice and assistance alongside the Partners in matters regarding Agricultural tenancies
• Preparation of Residential Possession proceedings and ongoing diary management;
• Preparation of Letters Before Action and Preliminary Notices in Consumer Rights Claims, Professional Negligence Claims and Property Disputes other than those detailed above;
• Management of Claims run under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act with full supervision and support
• General Litigation/ Breach of Contract
• Research

Essential
Person Specification:
Desirable
Qualifications
Law Degree or equivalent work based experience.

PQE 8 years plus or equivalent in contentious matters.

Experience within Law Firm.

Experience within Litigation.

Knowledge
Knowledge of Microsoft Office

including Word and Excel and high levels of computer literacy

Knowledge of case management systems.

Clear understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and Money Laundering Regulations.

Previous experience of Visual Files.

Skills
Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work with confidence.

Strong planning and organisational skills.

Able to touch type.

Competencies
Ability to work in a structured and process driven way.

Desire to provide a high quality service.

Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines.

High level of integrity.

Attributes
Professional.

Positive and flexible approach.

Sense of Humour.

Hardworking and positive attitude.

Why work at Chattertons

Founded in 1856, Chattertons is one of the UK's oldest and most respected law firms, proudly serving communities across Lincolnshire and the East Midlands. As a Top 200 law firm, we offer a comprehensive range of legal and financial services to individuals and businesses, with particular expertise in commercial property, corporate law, dispute resolution, and agriculture. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our dedication to local engagement—many of our team members actively contribute to the community as trustees, governors, and business advocates.

Benefits:
Some of the great benefits that we offer include:

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