Litigation Paralegal (UK)

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer with strong UK litigation experience to support our client's legal practice. The successful candidate will manage and assist with a broad range of contentious matters, providing practical legal advice, preparing court documentation, conducting legal research, and progressing disputes from initial instruction through to resolution.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with UK civil and commercial litigation, a strong understanding of court procedures and the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), and excellent legal drafting and case management skills. This role is suited to a commercially minded litigator who can confidently manage matters, communicate directly with clients and stakeholders, and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and support a broad range of civil and commercial litigation matters.

• Advise clients on disputes, litigation strategy, potential risks, and available remedies.

• Draft pleadings, particulars of claim, defences, witness statements, applications, legal correspondence, and other litigation documentation.

• Manage matters in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and relevant court directions.

• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, practical legal advice.

• Assist with pre-action correspondence and compliance with applicable pre-action protocols.

• Manage disclosure exercises, including reviewing, organizing, and preparing relevant documents.

• Prepare hearing and trial bundles, chronologies, evidence, and instructions to counsel.

• Liaise with clients, opposing solicitors, barristers, experts, courts, and other stakeholders.

• Monitor limitation periods, court deadlines, directions, and procedural requirements.

• Assist with settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution, including mediation.

• Review evidence and advise on the strengths, risks, and commercial considerations of claims and defences.

• Manage multiple litigation files and competing deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

• Maintain accurate matter files, correspondence, and case records.

• Provide professional, responsive, and commercially focused client service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB), JD, or equivalent legal qualification.

• 3+ years of litigation experience, with demonstrated experience working on UK legal matters.

• Strong experience in civil and/or commercial litigation.

• Practical knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), court procedures, and litigation deadlines.

• Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications, and other court documentation.

• Experience managing disclosure, evidence, hearing preparation, and trial bundles.

• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with settlement negotiations, mediation, or other forms of dispute resolution is highly regarded.

• Ability to independently manage litigation matters and prioritize competing deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

• Strong client-facing skills and the confidence to communicate with counsel, courts, experts, and opposing solicitors.

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Experience using UK legal practice management or document management systems is advantageous.

• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package in foreign currency

• Fully remote work

• Regular initiatives for training and professional development.

Join our expanding team and play a central role in supporting the success of our partner organizations. If you are passionate about litigation and delivering high-quality legal services, we encourage you to apply!

Note: Only candidates who make it to our shortlist will be contacted for further discussions.

Teams Squared is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are consistently committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.