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Trainee Litigation Paralegal

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Trainee litigation paralegal

A prestigious specialist Litigation Firm are seeking a Trainee Litigation Paralegal to join the team. You will be joining 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
As a Litigation Paralegal you will initially be supporting Senior Solicitors and Partners before being trained to manage your own files (under supervision). 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
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 completed a Masters degree and/or 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.
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.

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