Litigation Executive / Paralegal

Location: St Helens, UK
Salary: Up to £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm (with flexible working available upon successful completion of probation)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Litigation Executive / Paralegal to join a busy and dynamic legal team in St Helens. This is an excellent opportunity for an established fee earner with strong litigation experience to manage a varied caseload and support the delivery of high-quality legal services across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue and serve proceedings (DCP)
• Manage and maintain Court diaries, including:
  • Notifying clients and the Court of hearing dates
  • Ensuring representation is arranged for hearings
• Ensure compliance with Court directions and key deadlines
• Prepare Court bundles and lists of documents
• Attend Court hearings with and without Counsel
• Handle new client enquiries and onboard clients across:
  • Personal injury
  • Clinical negligence
  • Landlord and tenant disputes
  • Debt recovery
  • Contested probate and general litigation
• Take client instructions and provide ongoing case updates
• Communicate effectively with clients via telephone and email
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records
• Work collaboratively within the litigation department

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience within a Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, or Litigation department
• Proven experience as a fee earner with the ability to manage caseloads independently
• Working knowledge of:
  • Proclaim case management system
  • CPR (Civil Procedure Rules)
  • Court filing systems
  • MOJ Portal
• Strong understanding of limitation periods
• Experience preparing Court bundles and legal documentation
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work independently and show initiative
• Professional communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe

Desirable Skills & Attributes

• Experience managing Court listings and liaising with Courts
• Confidence attending Court both independently and alongside Counsel
• Strong client care and relationship management skills
• Ability to handle a diverse workload across multiple litigation areas

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements post-probation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to develop within a well-established litigation team

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