Dispute Resolution Paralegal

Job Description:

Dispute Resolution Paralegal
Location: Coventry
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time, permanent

About the Role

An established and well-regarded regional law firm is seeking a motivated Dispute Resolution Paralegal to join its busy and growing Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and dynamic legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors and fee earners in a wide range of dispute resolution matters, including property, commercial, contractual, and Private Client disputes.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries, court bundles, witness statements, and correspondence.
• Managing a varied caseload of pre-litigation and litigated files under supervision.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, and third parties in a professional and timely manner.
• Drafting legal documents such as letters before action, pleadings, and instructions to counsel.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case management records.
• Supporting the wider team with administrative and procedural tasks as required.

About You

• You will ideally have at least 12 months' experience in dispute resolution or litigation work, either in a private practice or in-house setting.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confident in dealing with clients and third parties.
• A good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and court processes.
• A law degree and/or completion of the LPC/SQE (or equivalent) is desirable.

Why Join This Firm?

• Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced solicitors in a respected regional practice.
• A supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture.
• Genuine career progression opportunities, with training and mentoring provided.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.