Dispute Resolution Paralegal

G2 Legal Limited; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Private healthcare after 6 months

Life assurance 4x annual salary after

Wellness contribution

Birthday leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Parking expenses reimbursed

Job summary

G2 Legal Limited in Hertford is seeking a Dispute Resolution Paralegal to join a well-established specialist law firm. You will work alongside experienced solicitors on a varied caseload across commercial and civil litigation, providing essential drafting and client support.

The role offers a 36-hour working week with hybrid working after probation, plus benefits such as private healthcare after 6 months, 4x annual salary life assurance, wellness contributions, birthday leave and a pension

Qualifications

• Experience in civil or commercial dispute resolution
• Experience with County Court matters
• Strong drafting and attention to detail
• Ability to prepare court documents and witnesses statements

Responsibilities

• Support the Dispute Resolution team across a varied caseload
• Draft court documents, witness statements, disclosure notices and costs schedules
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to progress matters

Skills

Dispute resolution experience

Drafting skills

Client communication

Organisation

Job description

Dispute Resolution Paralegal - Hertford

Do you have a genuine interest in contentious work?

An exciting opportunity had come up to join a well-established specialist law firm in Hertfordshire. Driven by the continues success of the team, this is an additional position within the Dispute Resolution department, offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced solicitors and partners on a varied caseload.

The Role

You will support the Dispute Resolution team across a varied caseload, gaining exposure to matters including:

• Commercial and civil litigation
• Contractual disputes
• Commercial property disputes
• Debt recovery
• Corporate insolvency and claims against directors
• Partnership and LLP disputes
• Shareholder disputes
• Professional negligence
• Business mediation and arbitration
• Contentious probate and related disputes
• Injunctions and other court applications

About You

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within civil or commercial dispute resolution
• Practical experience of County Court matters
• Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail
• The ability to prepare court documents, witness statements, disclosure notices and costs schedules
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A commercial and client-focused approach
• Confidence communicating with clients and colleagues
• The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance
• A proactive approach and the initiative to identify opportunities
• An interest in business development and building client relationships
• A professional, personable and approachable manner
• A driving licence and access to your own vehicle would be preferable

What's on Offer?

• Salary: £25,000-£35,000
• 36-hour working week
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional Christmas leave
• Hybrid working available following probation - 3 days office/2 days home
• Private healthcare after 6 months
• 4x annual salary life assurance after 6 months
• £600 annual wellness contribution after 6 months
• Birthday leave
• Non-contractual profit share bonus
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Parking expenses reimbursed

If you're a Paralegal with a genuine interest in Dispute Resolution and are looking for an opportunity where you can develop your own caseload, work closely with experienced lawyers and build a long-term career, this could be a great next step.

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