French-Speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal

EJ Legal; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading City law firm is seeking a French-speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting senior solicitors in high-value disputes, managing legal documentation, and coordinating with clients. This position offers the chance to work within a prestigious legal environment, requiring business-fluency in both French and English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience in a litigation or disputes role required.
• Business-fluent in French and English is essential.
• Experience with civil fraud or business crime matters is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyse case materials and legal documentation.
• Attend client meetings and court hearings with detailed note-taking.
• Provide high-level translation support (French to English and vice versa).

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

French-Speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Top City Law Firm | 12-Month FTC | Business Fluent French & English Required

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a French-speaking Paralegal to join a top-tier City law firm’s renowned Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent chance to gain hands-on experience on complex, high-value disputes and investigations within a leading legal environment.

The Role:
Supporting senior solicitors and partners, your key responsibilities will include:

• Review and analyse case materials
• Reviewing and analysing legal and case documentation
• Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conference calls, with detailed note-taking
• Drafting correspondence and internal memoranda
• Preparing court bundles and managing disclosure materials
• Liaising with Counsel and clients
• Provide high-level translation and interpretation support (French to English and English to French
• Assisting with case logistics and maintaining key records and documents

About you:

• Minimum 6 months’ experience in a litigation or disputes role (essential)
• Prior exposure to civil fraud or business crime matters is beneficial
• Business-fluent in both French and English (written and spoken)
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• A strong communicator, proactive and a collaborative team player
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

If this role sounds exciting and you’re keen to make a move, please apply today!

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