Residential Property Litigation Paralegal

  • Bell Cornwall Recruitment
  • City, Birmingham
  • Jan 30, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

BCR/AB/32143

Residential Property Litigation Paralegal

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary: 25,000 - 27,000 (dependent on experience)

Are you a detail-driven paralegal with hands-on experience in residential property disputes? Have you drafted and managed landlord and tenant bundles and want to take the next step in a firm that will actively invest in your qualification? This could be the role for you.

Bell Cornwall Recruitment are looking for a Residential Property Litigation Paralegal to join an award-winning law firm. You will work closely with experienced solicitors on a wide range of contentious residential property matters, gaining meaningful responsibility and exposure from the outset.

The Role

You will support fee earners on a varied caseload of residential property disputes, including:

  • Residential landlord and tenant matters
  • Possession proceedings and rent arrears
  • Lease breaches and forfeiture
  • Disrepair claims
  • Service charge disputes

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Drafting, compiling, and managing landlord and tenant court bundles
  • Preparing pleadings, witness statements, and notices
  • Legal research and document review
  • Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, and third parties
  • Assisting with hearings and trial preparation

About You

We are seeking someone who:

  • Has previous experience as a paralegal in residential property litigation
  • Has direct experience drafting landlord and tenant bundles
  • Holds a law degree or equivalent legal qualification
  • Is organised, proactive, and comfortable managing deadlines
  • Has strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Is committed to qualifying as a solicitor

Why Join Our Client?

  • High-quality, exclusively residential property litigation work
  • Early responsibility and genuine involvement in live matters
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Full funding and support for the SQE, including qualifying work experience where applicable
  • Clear progression opportunities within the firm
  • Competitive salary and benefits

If you are looking to develop your career in residential property litigation with a firm that values your experience and supports your journey to qualification, we would love to hear from you.

Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now!

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(For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups)

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