Commercial Disputes Paralegal

Job Title: Commercial Disputes Paralegal,
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire,
Salary: £23,000 – £25,000,

A highly respected and long-established law firm based in Doncaster is currently seeking to appoint a Paralegal to join its growing Civil and Commercial Litigation department. Known for delivering high-quality legal services and maintaining a strong presence in the South Yorkshire region, the firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment for ambitious legal professionals looking to develop their careers.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with prior paralegal experience-ideally within a litigation setting-who is keen to build on their expertise and work alongside a team of experienced and knowledgeable solicitors. You will be exposed to a wide range of dispute resolution matters, contributing to a busy and varied caseload involving contractual disputes, debt recovery, property litigation, and general civil litigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing day-to-day support to fee earners on a range of active civil and commercial litigation files
• Drafting and preparing a variety of legal documents including court applications, correspondence, and trial bundles
• Conducting legal research and preparing notes or reports to assist solicitors with case strategy and development
• Liaising with clients, barristers, courts, and other external parties in a professional and timely manner
• Assisting with case file management, ensuring records are kept up-to-date and documentation is properly filed and organised
• Supporting the preparation of cases for hearings and trials

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience as a paralegal, ideally within a litigation or dispute resolution team
• A law degree or equivalent legal qualification (LPC or SQE preparation would be advantageous)
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities, including client handling and correspondence
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently when required

What’s on Offer:

• The chance to gain valuable hands-on experience in a reputable law firm
• Opportunities for professional development and future progression within the litigation team
• A positive and supportive working culture with access to mentoring from senior legal professionals
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you’re looking to develop your legal career in a well-established firm with a strong local reputation, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering note outlining your interest in the role. For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Lauren Hopkinson at CRA Consulting on or via email at .