Litigation and Arbitration Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US litigation firm in London is seeking a Litigation & Arbitration Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves assisting lawyers with dispute resolution processes, managing documents, and conducting legal research. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave

Gym/Fitness membership contributions

Wellbeing packages

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in commercial litigation or international arbitration as a paralegal.

Responsibilities

• Gather, organise, summarise, and index documents for cases.
• Draft correspondence and prepare hearing documents.
• Conduct legal research and track cases.

Skills

Legal Research

Document Management

Communication

Education

University degree

GDL

LPC

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London (City of London), United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Litigation & Arbitration Paralegal

US powerhouse litigation firm with a thriving London City office is hiring a Litigation & Arbitration Paralegal on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

• Salary up to £35,000
• Standard hours 09:30-17:30, hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
• Competitive employee benefits including 25 days’ annual leave, gym/fitness membership contributions, and wellbeing packages

The successful candidate will assist lawyers in dispute resolution processes, including arbitrations, litigation, and investigations for upcoming, pending, and potential cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather, organise, summarise, and index documents and chronologies for fact-heavy cases
• Draft correspondence, disclosure requests/responses, and related documents
• Prepare and maintain hearing documents and bundles, both hard copies and PDFs, including court filings
• Conduct legal research using online resources, including press, public documents, and potential experts or meeting participants
• Take notes during calls, meetings, and hearings; track cases online and update the team
• Identify and highlight relevant case law

Skills & Requirements:

• University degree (2.1 or above preferred) or equivalent qualification
• GDL (if degree is not in law) and LPC essential
• Secured deferred training contract and at least 1 year of experience in commercial litigation or international arbitration as a paralegal