Paralegal
Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd · Hertford, England ·
Job Description Paralegal Location: Hertford Reporting to: Legal Director Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 About the Role Our client is looking for a Paralegal to join their Hertford office, supporting a team of Solicitors with a predominantly contentious property litigation caseload.
The role will focus on a broad range of property litigation matters, including service charge and ground rent debt recovery, breaches of covenant, possession matters and general Landlord & Tenant matters. You will manage your own caseload under supervision while also providing support to the wider Defended team on a range of complex matters.
Key Responsibilities Handle defended service charge, ground rent and possession matters relating to residential property. Review claims and assess the merits of defences and/or counterclaims. Liaise with clients and agents, providing advice and progressing matters as instructed.
Review breach of covenant matters, provide advice to clients and progress cases accordingly. Ensure compliance with Court and Tribunal deadlines. Provide general Landlord & Tenant advice to clients in a timely and professional manner.
Provide regular reports and updates to clients and/or agents. Provide internal legal support and advice where required. Maintain effective case management, including diarising key dates and keeping database records up to date.
Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by the Line Manager. Skills & Experience Our client is looking for someone with: A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification; a Law degree is desirable. Previous experience in claims handling or dispute resolution, ideally involving bulk or high-volume claims.
Proven experience in civil litigation, particularly money claims and/or property litigation. Experience with property litigation, breaches of covenant and general Landlord & Tenant matters is desirable. Experience with legal drafting.
Strong organisational and time-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
The ability to communicate clearly and confidently with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders at all levels. The Ideal Candidate This role would suit a Paralegal or legal professional with experience in civil or property litigation who is looking to develop their career within a specialist contentious property environment.
A Law graduate with relevant litigation, claims handling or legal experience may also be considered.