Paralegal | Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Location: Reading

£26,000 - 29,000 DOE

My client, a law firm in Reading, is looking for a full time Paralegal to join their Litigation and Dispute Resolution team. This role offers hands on experience in a busy legal environment.

Why apply

• Excellent career progression
• Varied and engaging workload
• Central Location with strong transport links
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Enhance your own professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Liaising with clients, solicitors, litigants in person, court managers, counsel’s clerk and counsel by telephone and email
• Preparing hearing, trial and mediation bundles
• Drafting court documents for County Court and High Court proceedings
• Assisting with fee earning work including drafting pleadings, applications, instructions to counsel and witness statements
• Conducting legal research
• Attending court hearings, mediations and evictions
• Managing files and diaries including arranging Teams and conference calls

Candidate Requirements

• Law graduate with previous experience in the legal sector
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn

The role offers a competitive salary, benefits and opportunities for genuine career progression.

To be considered for this role please apply, or contact Chris Prendergast at QED Legal