Dispute/Litigation Paralegal

Exciting Dispute/Litigation Paralegal

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Multiple office locations available
• Salary: Competitive

We are seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join our client's Litigation team. This role involves supporting our client's lawyers with a variety of administrative tasks, case management duties, and general team responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player with a paralegal qualification and at least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide general support to the team on a wide range of matters, predominantly those of a disputed nature involving civil proceedings, summons, adjudications, arbitrations, mediation, and building safety.
• Ensure performance data is accurately captured and assist in the preparation of performance reports for the Board and the Executive.
• Assist with caseload management including managing deadlines, reporting obligations, and preparing legal letters and documents.
• Assist with court proceedings - preparing bundles, ensuring efficient and accurate filing/submission of documents, tracking timelines, assisting with instructions, and reviewing evidence. Attendance at hearings and inquiries may be required.
• Undertake legal research on various matters and communicate findings to the team in a clear and comprehensive manner.
• Provide general administrative support across the team including photocopying, scanning, filing, and populating the case management system.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and instructions at all times.
• Implement new ideas and methods to improve contribution to the organisation’s goals and enhance the reputation of the company.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Paralegal qualification required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ paralegal experience.
• Experience in Civil Litigation, Building Safety, and Construction environments.
• Strong legal research skills and experience preparing legal documents.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to handle confidential information and collaborate with a wide variety of people.
• Excellent spoken and written English.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive team environment.

For more details about this position and to discuss the various office locations available, please contact Sophie Clarke at Reed (on Linkedin) today!