Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Commercial Litigation Paralegal – Stockport - Partner Support Role | £30,000+ | Legal 500 Firm

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a highly regarded and long-established law firm with an outstanding reputation for dispute resolution. Working directly alongside a highly experienced Commercial Litigation Partner, this role offers exceptional exposure to high-value and complex commercial disputes whilst providing genuine long-term career development opportunities.

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Litigation Paralegal looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive environment where you will be given significant responsibility, hands-on experience, and direct client exposure from day one.

The Role:

• Working exclusively alongside a Commercial Litigation Partner on a broad range of contentious matters


• Assisting with complex commercial disputes, contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence claims, debt recovery matters, and general business litigation


• Drafting high-quality legal documents, correspondence, witness statements, court applications, and bundles


• Conducting legal research and preparing detailed case summaries


• Liaising directly with clients, counsel, experts, and third parties


• Assisting with case strategy, disclosure exercises, and trial preparation


• Managing your own workload whilst supporting high-value and technically challenging litigation matters


• Attending client meetings, mediations, and court hearings where appropriate

Requirements:

• Minimum 12 months' experience within Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, or Dispute Resolution


• Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)


• Excellent drafting, communication, and organisational skills


• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure


• A proactive and commercially minded approach


• Experience using case management systems and litigation software


• Genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Commercial Litigation

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary from £30,000 per annum depending on experience


• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements


• Direct one-to-one mentoring from an experienced Commercial Litigation Partner


• Clear progression opportunities within a highly regarded dispute resolution team


• Company pension scheme


• Private medical insurance


• Life assurance


• Health and wellbeing programme


• Ongoing training and professional development

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the region's most respected law firms and gain exposure to high-quality commercial litigation work that is rarely available at paralegal level.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please don't hesitate to send your CV across to . Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this role in confidence or enquire about our other legal opportunities, please give me a call on .

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