Paralegal

Company: Nixon McQuade
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Legal Executive / Paralegal –Derry

Nixon McQuade are working with a well-established law firm based in Derry who may be keen to speak with experienced legal support professionals for an office-based role.

This would suit someone based in Derry / the North West who has experience as a Paralegal, Legal Associate or Legal Executive and is interested in joining a busy local practice.

The Role

You would be supporting solicitors across a range of legal matters, with duties likely to include:

  • Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence
  • Carrying out legal research and file preparation
  • Liaising with clients, solicitors, courts and third parties
  • Managing case files and keeping records up to date
  • Providing wider administrative support to the legal team

The Person

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience in a legal support, paralegal or legal assistant role
  • Strong document drafting and administration skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
  • Confidence dealing with clients and managing competing priorities
  • A preference for an office-based role in Derry / the North West

Whats on offer

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
  • Opportunity to join a long-established Derry law firm
  • Exposure to a varied caseload across personal injury, medical negligence, family, conveyancing, wills and probate
  • Office-based role with a supportive local team
  • Standard office hours, with an earlier finish on Fridays

This could be a strong opportunity for someone looking to join a respected local firm and develop their legal career in a busy practice environment.

For further information on this vacancy, please apply via the link below or contact Steafan @ Nixon McQuade in the strictest confidence.

Skills:document drafting paralegal

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Posted: July 5th, 2026