Litigation Paralegal
Location: London
Department: Litigation / Dispute Resolution
Reporting To: Senior Associate / Litigation Partner
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Civil Litigation Paralegal to support a busy litigation team handling a broad range of contentious matters. The successful candidate will assist solicitors and partners throughout the litigation process, from pre-action correspondence through to trial preparation and enforcement proceedings.
This role is ideal for a candidate with strong organisational skills, excellent legal drafting ability, and experience within civil litigation in a UK law firm environment.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management
- Assist fee earners with management of civil litigation files.
- Prepare and organise case documents, bundles, and evidence.
- Maintain accurate case records and diary systems.
- Monitor court deadlines and procedural timetables.
Legal Drafting & Documentation
- Draft correspondence, witness statements, chronologies, schedules, and court forms.
- Assist with preparation of pleadings including Particulars of Claim, Defences, and Applications.
- Prepare trial bundles and hearing documentation in accordance with court rules.
Court & Procedural Work
- File documents via CE-File and other electronic court systems.
- Liaise with courts, barristers, experts, and external parties.
- Assist with disclosure exercises and document review.
- Conduct legal research relating to procedural and substantive matters.
Client Support
- Act as a point of contact for clients and provide regular updates.
- Take instructions and assist with onboarding and compliance procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all communications.
Areas of Litigation Exposure
The role may include work across:
- Commercial disputes
- Contractual disputes
- Property litigation
- Debt recovery
- Professional negligence claims
- Landlord and tenant disputes
- General County Court and High Court litigation
Essential Requirements
- Ideally 1–2 years’ experience in civil litigation within a UK law firm.
- Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
- Experience preparing court bundles and legal documents.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Qualifications
- Law degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
- LPC, SQE studies, or equivalent legal training in progress/completed.
- Experience using CE-File and electronic disclosure platforms.
- Previous exposure to High Court litigation.
Key Competencies
- Professionalism and discretion
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Time management and prioritisation
- Client care and relationship management
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Professional development support
- Annual leave plus bank holidays
- Career progression opportunities within litigation
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions are made based on merit, experience, and business needs.