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Paralegal – Commercial Litigation

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Southampton

Requirements

  • We are looking for someone who will already have a good technical grounding in the law and the basics of the litigation process.
  • Whether or not you have already gained some paralegal experience (in any field) you’ll be keen to develop your legal career undertaking complex dispute resolution work.
  • You’ll need a strong intellect to succeed in this role, so we will be looking for a corresponding level of consistent academic achievement.
  • You’ll also need to show us that you have initiative, drive and great organisational skills.
  • The work requires self-motivation, resilience and the ability to work to demanding deadlines.
  • Finally, legal practice is about people and this is very much a team orientated role.
  • You will relish helping others and be eager to learn.
  • We expect you to be someone who takes pride in your work and who will provide a first class support service to your fee earners, anticipating their needs in advance wherever possible, and paying meticulous attention to detail in all of your work.

Responsibilities

  • As a paralegal in our Commercial & Private Client Litigation team you will enjoy access to a wide variety of dispute resolution work.
  • Your work will vary from day to day.
  • You will help deal with legal research, evidence gathering, discovery, procedural work and routine case preparation and administration.
  • You will liaise with clients, expert and other witnesses, Court officials and opposing parties, assist with document drafting / preparation, note taking and costing.
  • You may also assist with trial and hearing preparation.
  • In short, you may get involved at any aspect of the litigation and file management process and assist on related team activities.
  • Working with supervision to help you develop your skills, you will build your legal experience.
  • We recruit trainee solicitors from our experienced paralegal staff and this litigation team includes a solicitor who joined us in a paralegal role.

FAQs

What is the job title for this vacancy?

The job title is Paralegal – Commercial Litigation.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located in Southampton.

What type of work will the paralegal be involved in?

The paralegal will be involved in a wide variety of dispute resolution work, including commercial disputes, complex contractual claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, professional negligence, contested probate matters, defamation claims, and fraud cases.

What qualifications or skills are necessary for this role?

Candidates should have a good technical grounding in the law and the basics of the litigation process, along with strong organizational skills, initiative, drive, and the ability to work to demanding deadlines.

Is prior paralegal experience required for this position?

Prior paralegal experience is not mandatory, though any experience in the field would be advantageous.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The position is full-time.

Is this role permanent or temporary?

This role is permanent.

What opportunities are there for career progression?

The firm recruits trainee solicitors from its experienced paralegal staff, providing excellent opportunities for career progression within the litigation team.

What kind of support and development does the firm offer?

The firm provides a comprehensive learning and development programme, as well as a range of wellbeing initiatives to support employees' career journeys.

How can candidates apply for the position?

Candidates can apply by sending their CV and a covering letter to careers@clarkewillmott.com.

Who can candidates contact for more information?

Candidates can contact Carly McGill or Nathan Tanner, both Recruitment Advisors, at 0345 209 1086 and 0345 209 1348, respectively.

A leading law firm with seven offices across the country. We offer expert legal advice on a broad range of services.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1888
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Clarke Willmott LLP is a national law firm with over 600 lawyers and support staff (including over 100 partners) working from offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton and Taunton. The firm was established in the South West in 1888 and we are proud of our strong heritage. We are client-led; a strategic resolve which has resulted in our earning a strong reputation in sectors such as real estate and construction, retail, sport, social housing, agriculture, renewable energy and private client as well as specialist areas such as debt recovery. Working closely with our clients to provide tailored solutions for their particular situation is paramount at Clarke Willmott. We invest time and energy into developing strong client relationships in order to add real value and achieve positive results.

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