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Paralegal, Major Injury & Casualty Team – Belfast
Why Join Us?
Join our supra-qualification Major Injury & Casualty team, renowned for delivering high-quality legal services across complex claims. Based in Belfast, this team handles a wide range of casualty matters for leading clients, offering exposure to exciting and impactful work.
This is a perfect opportunity for a proactive and organised Paralegal to advance their career in a supportive, collaborative setting, while playing a critical role in:
- Supporting case progression
- Contributing to exceptional client outcomes
- Developing hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment
As a Paralegal within the Casualty team, you’ll assist with managing a diverse caseload of personal injury-related claims, gaining invaluable experience across the entire lifecycle of the case, including investigation, evidence gathering, and legal preparation.
Working closely with colleagues, clients, insurers, and stakeholders, you’ll gain insights into litigation processes and refine technical, organisational, and analytical skills.
This role operates primarily in the office, with 3-4 days per week attendance required in Belfast.
Responsibilities
- Assist supervisors in managing a caseload of personal injury claims, covering:
- Employers Liability (EL)
- Public Liability (PL)
- Conduct legal research and support case preparation
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, and solicitor’s briefs
- Review and assess EL and PL insurance claims, including identifying potential fraud indicators
- Gather and analyse evidence, such as:
- CCTV footage
- Accident reports
- Witness statements
- Compile court bundles and support document filing processes
- Maintain accurate case management records using software systems
- Liaise with clients, insurers, and external stakeholders to facilitate progressive case progression
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What Will Help You Succeed?
Essential
✔ A sharp attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities effectively ✔ Excellent organisational and communication skills ✔ Proficient in case management systems and adept at conducting legal research ✔ Self-motivation to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
Desirable
🔹 Prior experience in a legal or professional setting 🔹 Familiarity with personal injury claims or insurance-related litigation 🔹 Understanding of the Northern Irish legal and civil litigation processes
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What We Offer
✨ DWF is a global leader in integrated legal and business services, fostering an inclusive, supportive work culture where individuality is celebrated. We empower our people to thrive in a diverse environment while achieving fulfilling career growth.
Equal Opportunities & Inclusivity
- We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Adjustments or support are offered to ensure every candidate has a positive recruitment experience.
- If your background doesn’t perfectly match our requirements, apply anyway—you may be a perfect fit!
Fair & Engaging Recruitment Process
- Interviews, written assessments, case presentations, or assessment days may be part of the selection process.
- Our pledge: Upholding fairness, engagement, and candidate-centric support.
About Us
DWF is a top global law firm, delivering legal and business strategies with exceptional expertise. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where every individual can grow and succeed in confidence—ignoring barriers and embracing potential.
Interested? Apply today to join, learn, and grow with us!
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