Are you ambitious? Organised and detail- orientated? Looking to kick start your career in the legal sector? If you answered yes, then this opportunity may be for you!
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We are looking for Arabic speaking Litigation Paralegal or NQ- 1 Litigation Solicitor to join award winning, multi-disciplinary law firm based in Bayswater, London on a full-time basis.
We are looking for a skilled, experienced individual to be the backbone of our Litigation team. You will be responsible for the coordination of all the details before, during and after hearing. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process including conducting interviews, legal research, document filing and attending court hearings.
Litigation paralegal has potential to progress to training contract.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide a full legal secretarial & administrative service including:
· Working directly under the support and supervision of the Senior Partner, run and manage a caseload of both civil and commercial litigation matters
· Have excellent levels of communication, both written and verbal
· Demonstrate initiative and the drive to produce a high standard of service to clients
· Ability to handle multiple complex matters under supervision
· Excellent client service skills and interpersonal skills
· Assist with research as instructed by Fee Earners
· Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
· Preparing and drafting various documents and file them with the court
· Perform administrative duties (calendar, arranging meetings with clients, hearings and deadlines, organise case files, manage logistics etc)
· Organise bundles
Personal attributes
· Successful candidate will be confident Arabic speaker (written Arabic is essential).
· Proven working experience as Litigation Paralegal or Newly Qualified (or has 1 year experience) as Litigation Solicitor.
· Completed LPC/GDL/SQE or Newly Qualified Solicitor
· Applicable knowledge of litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc
· Highly organised with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
· Strong writing and communication skills along with accuracy and attention to detail
· Extensive computer and database expertise
· Demonstrate excellent administrative and organisational skills,
· Team player with the ability to work on their own initiative and thrive in a busy and progressive work environment.
This is an excellent chance for a dedicated individual to continue and develop their career within challenging environment and join an expanding and successful firm that is supportive and encouraging.
Appointed candidate must have the right to work in UK. Successful candidate will undertake DBS check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00 per year
Schedule:
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* Monday to Friday
Experience:
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* Paralegal: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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