The Real Estate Litigation team has an outstanding reputation for handling all kinds of property disputes and is consistently ranked highly in the leading UK directories for real estate dispute resolution work, with two named "leading individuals" amongst its ranks.
This is a core and expanding team which comprises part of the wider Real Estate department which is one of the strongest real estate practices in the UK. The team is respected both internally and externally as being a dynamic and expanding property litigation practice, which has stand-alone clients, as well as clients in common with the rest of the Real Estate Department.
We are seeking an experienced paralegal with a genuine interest in real estate litigation. The ability to prioritise what is at times a challenging workload, and to work under pressure, completes the picture.
Inclusiveness and Diversity
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We are seeking an experienced paralegal with a genuine interest in real estate litigation. The ability to prioritise what is at times a challenging workload, and to work under pressure, completes the picture.
Responsibilities
- Running small matters under supervision
- Dealing with discrete tasks in relation to matters (for example research, letters, drafting documents)
- Drafting and preparation of notices and basic lease renewal pleadings
- Communicating effectively with clients
- Assisting and supporting the team with complex and high-profile litigation matters
- Providing support/mentorship to the team's Solicitor Apprentice
Key Skills & Experience
- Undergraduate law degree, GDL if applicable and LPC
- Previous experience in real estate work/property litigation would be highly advantageous
- Strong IT skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Enthusiastic, keen and proactive
- Must be self-motivated
What can we offer you?
Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more.
Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more.
We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas.
We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!
Culture & personal development
We're a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don't believe in squashing people's individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That's why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself.
We'll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that's through allowing you to "access all areas" across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we'll make sure your talents are being nurtured.
The Firm
Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas.
Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries.
We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley.
Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.