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Dispute Resolution Paralegal

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Dispute Resolution Paralegal
Location: Banbury
Salary: DOE
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with experience in civil litigation who is looking to develop their career within a busy and supportive department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing their own caseload while assisting the Senior Solicitor with more complex and high-value matters.
The role will primarily be based in Banbury, with occasional travel to other offices required for client meetings and appointments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation and dispute resolution matters.
- Take responsibility for progressing matters from initial instruction through to resolution.
- Provide support to the Senior Solicitor on more complex disputes and litigation.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, barristers, courts, and other third parties.
- Instruct and liaise with counsel where appropriate.
- Respond to client enquiries by telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings, ensuring clients receive clear and timely advice.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records and ensure all files are managed in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Work towards agreed financial, performance, and departmental targets.
- Maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and client service.
- Use the firm's case management and time-recording systems effectively.
- Attend team meetings, training sessions, and relevant professional development events.
- Attend appropriate networking, exhibition, and client events where required.
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Skills, Knowledge and Experience
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- At least 12 months' experience managing a civil litigation caseload.
- A sound understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and court processes.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to deal with clients, barristers, and other professional contacts.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also managing your own workload independently.
- A proactive approach and the ability to use initiative when dealing with legal matters.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including the ability to communicate sensitively with clients.
- A full driving licence as occasional travel between offices may be required.


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