Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Nelson, Lancashire
Company: Farnworth Rose
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,454.04 - £25,500 DOE
Start Date: TBC
About Us
The leading firm in the East Lancs area (Pendle Large Business of the Year 2025), rapidly growing and strategically hiring ahead to fuel this. Recently opened 3 more offices, 1 in north Manchester and 2 in West Yorkshire!
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced highly motivated Litigation Paralegal join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our solicitors and delivering outstanding service to our clients. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience litigation.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management Support
- Assist fee earners with a varied caseload of civil litigation matters, which may include:
- Debt recovery
- Contractual disputes
- Property litigation
- Landlord & Tenant Disputes
- Care claims
- General commercial disputes
- Draft routine correspondence, witness statements, instructions to counsel, and court documents.
- Prepare and file documents at court (including via CE-File where applicable).
- Assist in preparing trial bundles and hearing bundles.
- Conduct legal research and summarise findings.
- Manage diaries, limitation dates, and key procedural deadlines.
Procedural & Court Work
Assist with claims issued in the County Court and High Court.
- Draft Claims, Particulars of Claim, Defences, and Applications under supervision.
- Support compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
- Liaise with barristers, courts, experts, and third parties.
Client & Administrative Support
- Act as a point of contact for clients, providing updates and taking instructions (under supervision).
- Ensure files are maintained in accordance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Record time accurately and assist with billing preparation.
- Monitor WIP limits and adhering to interim billing procedures with assistance from the Case Management System.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
About You
- You have previous civil litigation experience.
- Your mindset puts the client first and aligns with our ‘WE CARE’ behaviours (always being Welcoming, Engaging, Compassionate, Amiable, Reassuring and Empathetic) for your teammates as well as your clients. And you expect the same in return.
- You also want a role that brings personal fulfilment and an opportunity to grow and help those around you do the same, not just a pay cheque.
Total Rewards - How We Care About Our People
In addition to a competitive financial package, we offer a ‘Total Rewards’ package that’s designed to support you as a person not just in your workday:
- Profit Share Bonus
- Hybrid Working
- 33 Days Annual Leave (inc 8 bank holidays)
- Bonus Birthday Day Off
- Enhanced Pension (5% Employer, 4% Employee)
- Paid Volunteering Time
- The Latest Modern AI Technology & Software
- Funded Eye Tests
- Free Car Parking Free Food and Drinks in the Office
- Wellbeing Support via FactBe
- CPD as Standard
Ready for a firm that values you? If you are looking for a role where you can progress your career while enjoying a positive culture and genuine support, apply today.
How to apply
Pay: £24,420.00-£27,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Profit sharing
Work Location: In person
