At a Glance
- Tasks: Support experienced lawyers in restructuring and insolvency cases, managing documents and conducting legal research.
- Company: A highly regarded London law firm with a collaborative Dispute Resolution team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent training, and long-term career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with opportunities for progression.
- Why this job: Gain exposure to complex cases and build a rewarding career in law.
- Qualifications: Previous paralegal experience and a relevant legal qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
A highly regarded London law firm is seeking a Restructuring & Insolvency Paralegal to join its busy Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Paralegal looking to build a career in restructuring and insolvency law, supporting experienced fee earners on a broad range of contentious, advisory and non-contentious matters. The role offers exposure to both complex, high-value cases and day-to-day insolvency work within a collaborative and supportive team.
The successful Restructuring & Insolvency Paralegal will provide support across a varied caseload, assisting fee earners throughout the lifecycle of matters. Responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with restructuring and insolvency matters from instruction through to conclusion
- Managing case administration and document management
- Reviewing, analysing and summarising large volumes of documents
- Supporting disclosure and document review exercises
- Conducting legal research and factual investigations
- Carrying out Companies House, Land Registry and other relevant searches
- Preparing court documents, bundles and e-filing applications
- Liaising with clients, counsel, court staff and third parties
- Attending client meetings, conferences with counsel and court hearings
- Taking detailed attendance notes and maintaining accurate case records
Previous paralegal experience within litigation, dispute resolution, insolvency or commercial law is preferred. A law degree, LPC, SQE or equivalent legal qualification is also preferred. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal research and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and organisational ability, experience reviewing and managing large volumes of documentation, and strong written and verbal communication skills. They should be able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines, and be professional, proactive and a strong team player.
In return, the position offers a salary of £25,000 – £30,000, exposure to complex restructuring and insolvency matters, excellent training and career development, a supportive and collaborative working environment, high-quality work alongside experienced specialists, and long-term progression opportunities within a respected Dispute Resolution team.
Restrucure & Insolvency Paralegal in London employer: Brandon James Ltd
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