Sports Litigation Paralegal

McKinlay Law; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious London law firm is seeking a Sports Litigation / Commercial Litigation Paralegal for a permanent position. The role includes case management support on major sports law cases, offering excellent prospects in a supportive and friendly environment. Applicants should have relevant paralegal experience, especially in litigation, and possess strong client skills.

Benefits

Friendly team environment

Excellent long-term prospects

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience as a paralegal in litigation.
• Experience in sports law is advantageous.
• Strong client skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake legal research and prepare case summaries.
• Assist attorneys with witness statements and trial preparations.
• Organise and maintain client files and documents.

Skills

Legal research

Client liaison

Document collation

Proofreading

Job description

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Job Title: Sports Litigation / Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Location: Central London

Prestigious London law firm is looking for an experienced litigation paralegal to join their team on a permanent basis, providing case management support including deposition and trial preparation, and document collation and production. The work will involve commercial litigation with a focus on sports law. Key duties include:

• Undertaking legal research, preparing chronologies of events, and summaries
• Liaising with Counsel
• Assisting attorneys in preparing witness statements
• Coordinating, preparing for, and attending trials, arbitrations, and mediations
• Preparing and filing statements of case, court bundles, and other submissions in adjudication, litigation, arbitration, and other proceedings
• Summarising testimony
• Assisting with administration, including preparing client care letters, time recording, and engaging third parties such as Counsel and expert witnesses
• Checking and proofreading legal documents
• Organising and maintaining client files such as pleadings, correspondence, and memoranda

Applicants must have at least 12 months of experience as a paralegal in a litigation team. Experience in sports law is advantageous. Strong client skills are essential, as the role involves extensive liaison with clients and external stakeholders.

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain further experience on major, high-profile cases working with renowned partners. The firm offers excellent long-term prospects, a friendly and fun team environment, and a reputation for caring for its staff.

McKinlay Law endeavours to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. Due to high application volume, not all candidates will receive individual responses. If you do not hear from us within 24 hours, your application has been unsuccessful, and your details will not be retained.