Paralegal/Legal Assistant – Dispute Resolution

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, please submit your CV via the application link or contact Caoimhe Fairfield directly at caoimhe.f@honeycomb.jobs.

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Honeycomb is an equal opportunities employer.