Housing Disrepair Paralegal

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Express Solicitors . Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that handles personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are recognised for our client-focused approach.We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and the core of our business remains to deliver excellent legal outcomes for clients.About Us

Express Solicitors is established in 2000 and is an award-winning law firm. We serve clients nationwide with a 5-star Trustpilot rating from over 7,000 reviews.Responsibilities

Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to graveConducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clientsPreparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statementsNegotiating settlements and representing clients in court where necessaryWorking in a target-driven, fast-paced environmentCollaborating with colleagues to ensure successful case outcomesKeeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulationsPerson Specification

Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claimsGenuine tenacityKnowledge of Civil Procedure Rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and the ability to utilise them to achieve the best outcomes for clientsExcellent client care with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomePrevious exposure to Proclaim case management system is advantageousSalary and Hours

A basic salary up to £30,000, dependent on experience, plus a generous monthly commission schemeWorking hours: 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5:00pm FridayBenefits

Hybrid working: 3/2 after probation23 days holiday, rising to 26 days plus bank holidaysExtra holidays: holiday buy backs and a birthday day off after service length requirementPrivate medical insurance after 2 years’ service, annual flu jab, and Employee Assistance ProgrammeOnsite gym, team sports, and wellness initiativesActive social committee and firm-wide social budgetLooking after your health and well-being are priorities at Express Solicitors, with focus on work-life balance and staff welfare.Equality and Inclusion

Our employees are our most important asset; we rate skill and ability above all else, and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all.Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: LegalIndustries: Legal ..... full job details .....