Litigation Paralegal
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Sue Ross Legal are working with an established, niche legal practice based just north of Sheffield City Centre; As part of their growth plans, our client is looking to recruit a Litigation Paralegal to join their team of experienced credit, and debt recovery experts.
Duties will include:
* Managing a Defended caseload via a diary system to take appropriate follow up action
* Reviewing High Value or Complex pre-legal debts to assess suitability for legal action
* Pursuing defended claims through small claims, fast track and multi-track by drafting pleadings, witness statements and producing court bundles.
* Advising clients on legal matters, prospects for successful recovery and assist with overcoming disputes and reasons for non-payment
* Working with courts, enforcement agencies and other suppliers to ensure high standards of service are maintained at all times
* Insolvency Action for Bankruptcy/Winding Up Petitions
* Return of Goods Claims
To be considered for this role, you must have previous experience in running a Defended caseload on the Small Claims Track; Knowledge and experience of the Civil Procedure Rules relating to money claims will be an advantage.
To be successful in the role you will also need to demonstrate:
* Good IT skills – able to adapt and use new systems.
* Problem solving skills – able to look for solutions and agree these with customers.
* Confidence in making and receiving telephone calls.
* Clear communication capabilities – both written and verbal.
* The ability to work to targets – earning more based on success.
* Confidence to deal with a variety of people in different situations.
This a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
The successful applicant would be required to undertake a DBS and CCJ check and other background checks before an offer of employment is made.
In return, our client offers a competitive salary, with an additional monthly bonus.
For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the North West and the North East, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you.
Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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