Russian Speaking Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading law firm as a paralegal in a dynamic team, focusing on high-profile cases that require exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers the chance to manage documentation, assist with legal research, and engage in high-stakes legal processes, ideal for candidates with a law degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months contentious paralegal experience.
• Familiarity with e-disclosure platforms and disclosure exercises.
• Keen interest in criminal law.

Responsibilities

• Manage extensive documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Review and analyse case materials using digital platforms.
• Produce case summaries and attend client meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Education

Law degree or GDL

Tools

E-disclosure platforms

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This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded team working on significant cases that require exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage challenging deadlines.

The role involves managing and organising extensive volumes of documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while maintaining detailed spreadsheets. You will review and analyse case materials using digital document review platforms and assist with disclosure exercises. Your tasks will include producing case summaries, drafting memos and correspondence, and preparing hard copy bundles. Additionally, you will attend client meetings, court hearings, and conference calls, where you will take comprehensive notes. Liaising with counsel, conducting legal research, and providing general administrative support will also be key aspects of this position.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, holding a law degree or GDL, and possess at least 12 months of contentious paralegal experience. Familiarity with e-disclosure platforms and previous involvement in disclosure exercises are essential. A keen interest in criminal law is important, along with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and advanced IT proficiency.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile work. If you have the skills, experience, and ambition to thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply now to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team in one of the City’s top law firms.