Paralegal - Galway Office

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP is one of Ireland’s largest full service law firms. We are a forward thinking law firm and are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join our firm in the Galway office.

This role will involve supporting solicitors across a range of practice areas, depending on departmental needs. The nature of such work will vary depending on the practice area and is suited to a dynamic individual who is seeking to work cross-departmentally. 

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities will include the following:

• Taking instructions from solicitors.
• Assistance with general office admin including collection and drop off of DX or post, updating safe register.
• Attending to court filings and court as required.
• Carry out legal research on cases as assigned.
• Assist in the preparation and collation of briefs of documents required for completion of corporate or conveyancing transactions.
• Provide support for all administration tasks as required, including photocopying, scanning, filing of documents, dictations / typing.
• Assistance with post completion filings and general handling of files post completion.
• Releasing title documents and scheduling title documents.

The person

• Previous experience in within a legal environment/ experience in a busy office environment
• An ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A proactive individual who takes pride in their work
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to deliver high quality work in an efficient manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• A high level of motivation and an ability to act on one’s own initiative. 

Academic/Professional Qualification Requirements

• Diploma in Legal Studies/ previous experience in a legal environment or a busy office environment

If you are interested in being considered for the above position, please submit your CV in confidence to by email at recruitment@byrnewallace.com 

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