Disputes Paralegal

Ryder Reid Legal; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Job summary

Ryder Reid Legal in London is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its International Disputes team. You will support lawyers on complex cross-border matters and gain exposure to high-profile cases.

The role offers a close-knit team of four paralegals, hybrid working arrangement, and generous overtime for a candidate with 2–3 years' experience, High Court exposure, and a US firm background.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years' litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience with High Court litigation, hearings and trial preparation.
• Experience in a US law firm is preferred.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers across all stages of complex commercial litigation and international disputes.
• Manage court filings and liaise with external parties.
• Assist with hearings, trials and High Court proceedings.
• Document review, disclosure and case management.
• Legal research and preparation of court bundles.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

High Court litigation

US law firm experience

Organisational skills

Fast-paced environment

European languages

Job description

Ryder Reid Legal is currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a prestigious US law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its highly regarded International Disputes team in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit team of four paralegals, supporting lawyers on complex, high-profile cross-border disputes. The role offers exposure to challenging international matters, providing excellent experience for candidates looking to develop their careers within a top-tier litigation practice.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting lawyers across all stages of complex commercial litigation and international disputes
• Managing court filings and liaising with external parties
• Assisting with hearings, trials and High Court proceedings
• Document review, disclosure and case management
• Legal research and preparation of court bundles

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 2-3 years' litigation paralegal experience
• Strong exposure to High Court litigation, hearings and trial preparation
• Previous experience gained within a US law firm
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment
• Fluency in one or more European languages would be advantageous

What's on offer:

• Competitive basic salary
• Generous paid overtime
• Hybrid working arrangement

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.