Dispute Resolution Paralegal

Gerrard White Consulting Limited; Dorking; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerrard White Consulting Limited in Surrey is seeking a Dispute Resolution Paralegal to join the team. The role offers varied, hands-on support to fee earners, from research and correspondence to preparing for hearings and trial.

The ideal candidate will have prior litigation experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm, with excellent organisation, communication, and time-management skills, and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Supporting with disclosure, document review and organising evidence.
• Preparing trial bundles and hearing folders.
• Drafting letters, simple pleadings, witness statements and instructions to counsel.
• Putting together case summaries and chronologies.
• Legal research on case law, statute and the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Attending client meetings and taking notes, handling calls and managing diaries.
• Audio and copy typing.
• Recording time accurately and working towards billable targets.
• Supporting other paralegals and assistants within the team and across the firm.

Skills

Strong organisation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

I'm currently working with a well-established and supportive firm in Surrey, who are looking for a Dispute Resolution Paralegal to join their team.

It's a varied, hands-on role supporting fee earners throughout a matter, from research and correspondence through to preparing for hearings and trial. It would suit someone with previous Litigation experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting with disclosure, document review and organising evidence
• Preparing trial bundles and hearing folders
• Drafting letters, simple pleadings, witness statements and instructions to counsel
• Putting together case summaries and chronologies
• Legal research on case law, statute and the Civil Procedure Rules
• Attending client meetings and taking notes, handling calls and managing diaries
• Audio and copy typing
• Working with the business support team on file opening and closing
• Recording time accurately and working towards billable targets
• Supporting other paralegals and assistants within the team and across the firm

What they're looking for

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Confident written and verbal communication
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• The ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines under pressure
• Discretion with confidential information
• A positive attitude and a team-focused approach

Training is provided where needed, and you'll be encouraged to take ownership of your own development.