Honeycomb is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded law firm in Belfast to recruit a Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join their Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal support professional to join an established practice and further develop their career within a busy and collaborative legal environment.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Working alongside experienced solicitors within the Dispute Resolution team, you will provide legal and administrative support across a varied caseload, assisting with case preparation, documentation and the day-to-day progression of legal matters.
This opportunity would suit either an experienced Paralegal or Legal Assistant with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and a genuine interest in dispute resolution. Previous experience in dispute resolution or litigation would be beneficial, although candidates with broader legal support experience who are keen to develop their expertise in this area will also be considered.
COMPANY
Our client is an established and respected Belfast law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. You will be joining a professional and supportive team, working closely with experienced legal practitioners and gaining exposure to a broad range of dispute resolution matters.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Hybrid working 3 days in 2 from home
Monday to Friday working pattern
Supportive and professional working environment
Exposure to a varied range of dispute resolution matters
Excellent opportunity to develop your legal career within an established Belfast practice
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing day-to-day legal and administrative support to solicitors within the Dispute Resolution team
Assisting with the management and progression dispute resolution files
Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents, correspondence and court papers
Supporting the preparation of legal briefs, court bundles and case documentation
Assisting with affidavits, disclosure and document discovery where required
Maintaining accurate client files and updating case management systems
Liaising with clients, solicitors, counsel, courts and other external parties
Monitoring court dates, deadlines and key case milestones
Organising and reviewing documentation relevant to ongoing cases
Handling confidential client information with professionalism and discretion
Providing wider legal support to the team as required
ABOUT YOU
Previous experience in a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or similar legal support position
Experience in dispute resolution or litigation would be advantageous
Good understanding of legal procedures and document preparation
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Confident liaising with clients and external stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal case management systems
Professional approach to handling confidential information
Proactive, reliable and team-oriented, with a willingness to learn and develop
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Caoimhe Fairfield directly at caoimhe.f@honeycomb.jobs.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
Honeycomb is an equal opportunities employer.
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