Litigation Paralegal

Our customer is looking for a skilled and highly motivated individual to join its litigation group in Europe as a Legal Assistant/Legal Operations Specialist. This unique role blends traditional litigation paralegal support with legal operations responsibilities, offering an exciting opportunity for a candidate with experience and interest in both areas. Based in the United Kingdom, the successful candidate will contribute to the efficient functioning of the litigation team by providing comprehensive support to attorneys while also driving process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance legal operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Litigation Support: Provide comprehensive support to the litigation team, including but not limited to:

• Manage and organize complex litigation files, ensuring all documents are properly indexed and readily accessible.
• Prepare and file legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings with relevant courts and regulatory agencies.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support the litigation team's strategies.
• Assist with discovery, including e-discovery tasks, document review, and production.
• Prepare and maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and manage internal reporting requirements related to litigation matters.
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather necessary information and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Track and analyze litigation costs, working with internal finance teams and outside counsel to manage budgets effectively.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports to internal stakeholders regarding litigation updates and strategies.

• Identifying opportunities for process improvement within the group's workflows.
• Developing and implementing new processes and procedures.
• Participating in the selection, implementation, and utilization of legal technology.
• Contributing to knowledge management initiatives (e.g., creating and maintaining databases, developing internal resources).
• Support and coordinate spend management initiatives with legal operations across European jurisdictions.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a willingness to take initiative.
• Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
• An interest in legal operations and process improvement is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is required.
• Experience in litigation support is highly preferred.
• Experience with legal operations or process improvement initiatives is highly preferred.