Dispute Resolution Paralegal - Litigation Support & Prep

Gerrard White Consulting Limited; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerrard White Consulting Limited in Surrey is seeking a proactive Dispute Resolution Paralegal to support fee earners across investigations, disclosures and hearings. You will handle document review, prepare bundles, draft letters and statements, and keep case timelines organized while ensuring confidentiality.

Training is provided and you will be encouraged to take ownership of your own development within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• A positive attitude and a team-focused approach.

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
• 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

Skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Discretion

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gerrard White Consulting Limited in Surrey is seeking a proactive Dispute Resolution Paralegal to support fee earners across investigations, disclosures and hearings. You will handle document review, prepare bundles, draft letters and statements, and keep case timelines organized while ensuring confidentiality.

Training is provided and you will be encouraged to take ownership of your own development within a collaborative team.