Trainee Litigation Paralegal

Overview

A prestigious specialist Litigation Solicitors are seeking a Litigation Paralegal who they will train over time. You will join a forward thinking organisation with a diverse workforce, focusing on high quality litigation cases to include (but not limited to):

• Property Litigation
• Commercial Litigation
• Construction Disputes
• Employment
• Debt Recovery

Responsibilities

As a Litigation Paralegal you will initially be supporting Senior Solicitors and Partners with this case load, before being trained to undertake your own files (whilst under supervision). Throughout you will receive market leading training and input, allowing you to reach your full potential. You will be responsible for duties such as:

• File opening and closing
• Providing quotes to prospective clients
• Carrying out adequate checks on clients (e.g. AML, ID etc.)
• Attending client meetings
• Scanning, filing and preparing bundles
• Drafting work
• Conducting legal research and due diligence
• Being the first port of call for client enquiries

Qualifications & Skills

The successful Litigation Paralegal will offer the following background/skill set/interests:

• Be a recent graduate with strong academics (at least 2:1 classification - ideally 1st Class classification; and A-Levels at A/A )
• Ideally to have begun SQE
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in Commercial Litigation/Dispute Resolution
• Offer strong communication skills - both written and verbal
• Have solid IT skills (this is a modern law firm which embraces technology)
• Strong links to the Brighton/Sussex area.

Benefits & Progression

The successful Litigation Paralegal will enjoy a clear path for progression (opportunities to join future partnership program), outstanding training and development, a fun and vibrant culture with a solid social/collegiate aspect.