Litigation Paralegal

Montresor Legal; City Of London; On-site; USD 40,149 - 66,916; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an experienced Italian-speaking paralegal to join a prestigious law firm in London. This full-time role offers a chance to support a high-profile case within the Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud department. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in law, paralegal experience, and exceptional communication skills in both Italian and English. Join a dynamic team and enhance your career in international litigation while working on complex legal matters. This role promises a rewarding experience in a top-tier legal environment, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s paralegal experience in a litigation department.
• Strong academic background with a law degree or GDL, plus LPC or BPTC.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and organising bundles for hearings and trials.
• Conducting legal research and drafting research memos.
• Providing logistical support throughout the case.

Skills

Fluency in Italian

Fluency in English

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Proactive Approach

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Law Degree or GDL

LPC or BPTC

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Italian-speaking paralegal to join a top-tier London law firm ranked by leading directories for its expertise across multiple practice areas.

Our highly regarded Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud team specialises in fraud (civil and criminal), commercial disputes, international corporate investigations, and cross-border matters, including extradition and mutual legal assistance. This is a full-time paralegal position on an initial twelve-month contract, supporting a single high-profile case within the Civil Fraud and Commercial Litigation department.

The successful candidate will provide essential legal and administrative assistance, including:

• Preparing and organising bundles for hearings and trials;
• Assisting with administrative tasks such as agreeing indices and arranging transcribers;
• Managing the filing and retrieval of documents;
• Liaising with external parties via email and telephone;
• Providing logistical support throughout the case;
• Conducting legal research and drafting research memos;
• Taking detailed notes in meetings and conference calls with clients, Counsel, and third parties.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly motivated and well-organised individual with exceptional communication skills. The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong academic background, including a law degree or GDL, plus the LPC or BPTC;
• A minimum of one year’s previous paralegal experience in a litigation department;
• Experience working on large, complex litigation cases;
• Fluency in Italian and English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills;
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills;
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to work;
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

This role is ideal for an ambitious and diligent individual seeking to further their experience in high-profile international litigation. Salary is dependent on experience.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Administrative and Legal

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting, Legal Services, and Law Practice