Commercial Litigation Career Paralegal

Harper James is a growing and ambitious commercial law firm like no other. Forget any misconceptions you may have about the legal industry, we’re not stuffy or inhibited by traditions.

Founded in 2014, our purpose is as strong now as it was then – to enable growth-oriented businesses to succeed through delivering top-quality and accessible legal services by acting as partners in our clients’ journeys while our people enjoy a true work-life balance.

Harper James continues to grow at c40%+ year on year. This year, more than 140 people will support 3000+ businesses and we expect to double our turnover over the next two years.

You will play a crucial role in supporting our commercial litigation team in handling multiple claims. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with document management, including reviewing, organising, and producing electronic and hard copy documents.
• Preparing and filing court documents and other legal papers, such as letters of claim and Statements of Case.
• Coordinating with clients, counsel, opposing solicitors and courts to schedule meetings and hearings.
• Assisting in trial preparation, including witness interviews, exhibits, and trial binders.
• Managing case files, ensuring all documents and information are up to date and easily accessible.
• Keeping track of deadlines and court appearances to ensure compliance with case timelines.
• Assisting solicitors in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards in handling sensitive information.
• Ensuring compliance with file management and responsibility for running cloud-based case management system.
• Preparing case updates for clients and funders.

• We are looking for a career paralegal with demonstratable experience within commercial litigation or handling volume claims of a similar nature (akin to debt recovery or equal pay claims for example). The important element is exposure to court work and the CPR rules.

• Proficiency in document management, and case management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively and remotely in a fast-paced environment.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

• An opportunity to play an important part in the next phase of growth for a law firm leading innovation within legal services.
• An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy, working with a passionate, supportive and dedicated team who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business.
• Competitive salary and bonus.
• 33 days holiday, including public holidays FTE.
• Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year FTE.
• Private Healthcare
• Death in service benefit.
• Access to our electric car scheme.
• Flexible working with full time or part-time hours available (reduced hours must be worked over 5 days) as part of a fully remote and collaborative team.
• This is a career paralegal role that is not a route to qualification.

If you are ready to apply this role, please complete the application form using the link below.

Alternatively, if you would like to have an initial informal chat with our Head of talent, Leah Horwood, to find out more about the role, you can call her direct on
07809 475202 or arrange a convenient time to speak by emailing her via leah.horwood@harperjames.co.uk. Please be assured that all conversations are confidential and we will act discreetly throughout the process.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.