Paralegal

Paralegal - Litigation

Location: Newport (Office Based)
Salary: 26,000 (negotiable for exceptional candidates)
Closing Date: 9th February 2026
Interview Week: Starting week of 10th February 2026

Yolk Legal are partnering with a growing, specialist law firm in Newport with a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, high-quality legal services across both business and private client work. The firm prides itself on strategic, cost-effective solutions and a personal approach to client care. The legal team handles a broad range of matters including commercial litigation, debt recovery, family disputes, insolvency, wills and inheritance disputes, employment, conveyancing and corporate agreements- giving you the chance for valuable exposure across a range of areas.

This is a hands-on role within an established small team that values professionalism, collaboration and high standards of client service.

What you will be doing as a Paralegal:

We are seeking a results-driven Paralegal with previous paralegal or legal assistant experience (ideally with exposure to litigation) to support the firm's litigation team. While this role will focus heavily on litigation matters (approximately 90%), you will also be involved in supporting other legal work where needed due to the firm's diverse service offering.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys varied legal work, thrives in a busy environment, and wants to develop their legal career long-term with genuine progression potential within the firm.

• Support fee earners in the litigation team with drafting letters, pleadings, and court documentation
• Assist with preparation of bundles, evidence collation, and file management
• Maintain case files and diary management to ensure compliance with deadlines
• Communicate with clients, courts and third parties in a professional manner
• Draft and prepare correspondence and legal documentation
• Assist with other legal work (e.g., family, corporate or debt recovery matters) when required
• Undertake routine legal research and factual summarising
• Update internal systems and databases to track case progression and performance
• Provide administrative support to the legal team as required

The experience you will have as a Paralegal:

Previous experience working in a legal support role such as paralegal or legal assistant.

• Experience in litigation support or strong interest in litigation
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Strong communicator (written and verbal) and customer-focused
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively
• Professional attitude, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and own transport, due to limited public transport access to the office

Desirable:

• Experience with legal case management systems
• Understanding of civil procedure and court processes
• Exposure to other areas of law such as family or corporate work

What you will get in this role:

• Supportive, collaborative small team with exposure to a variety of legal work
• Opportunity for long-term development and progression
• Real responsibility and direct involvement in case preparation and client communication
• Professional development opportunities through hands-on experience

Important Information

Applications close: 9th February 2026

Interviews start: Week commencing 10th February 2026

The successful candidate must have a driving licence and own transport, as there are no practical public transport links to the office location.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.