ABOUT US
Switalskis is an award-winning law firm, recently listed in
The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the third consecutive year.
Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a
focus on childcare law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield.
Since then, we’ve expanded to 12 locations employing approximately 400 people
who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares
and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. As
well as being crowned Large Firm of the Year 2026 at the Yorkshire Legal
Awards, we have also been named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in
Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.
THE ROLE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our
highly regarded Clinical Negligence team in York. You will work closely with
experienced lawyers, supporting a wide range of clinical negligence matters
while receiving ongoing training and development. You’ll gain exposure to
complex and rewarding cases, helping clients who have suffered as a result of
negligent medical treatment.
For the right person, there will also be opportunities for career progression and the potential to work towards qualifying as a solicitor in the future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting Directors and Fee Earners on a variety of
clinical negligence cases.
- Acting as a point of contact for clients and providing
day-to-day support.
- Assisting with case management and progressing matters under
supervision.
- Drafting correspondence and legal documentation.
- Maintaining accurate records and updating case management
systems.
- Undertaking fee-earning work.
- Contributing to departmental and firm-wide objectives.
- Supporting compliance with professional and regulatory
requirements.
This role will be based at our York office on a hybrid
basis.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Essential
- Relevant legal knowledge
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- A proactive and positive approach to work.
- Resilience and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build
relationships with colleagues and clients.
- A genuine interest in Clinical Negligence and a desire to
build a long-term career in this area of law.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a law firm, legal assistant or
paralegal role.
- Experience working in a client-focused or professional
services environment.
- Experience using case management systems.
Click the link below to submit your application
and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions, please contact Recruitment@Switalskis.com