An elite American disputes-focused law firm is seeking a Future Trainee Paralegal to join its London office on a 12-month fixed-term contract, commencing between November and December 2026, prior to starting a future training contract. This is an outstanding opportunity to gain first-class experience supporting market-leading litigation and arbitration lawyers on complex cross-border matters.
Client Details
Our client is a highly respected American law firm recognised for its exclusive focus on complex disputes, investigations and arbitration matters. The London office advises multinational corporations, financial institutions and high-profile clients on significant commercial litigation and cross-border disputes.
The firm is seeking a Future Trainee Paralegal available to commence in November or December 2026 and commit to a 12-month fixed-term contract before commencing their training contract. This role offers exceptional exposure to high-calibre legal work within a collegiate and intellectually rigorous environment.
Description
- Support fee earners across a range of commercial litigation and arbitration matters
- Assist with document review, disclosure and case management processes
- Conduct legal and factual research on complex issues
- Prepare bundles, chronologies and case summaries
- Draft correspondence and assist with court filings
- Liaise with clients, counsel, experts and external providers
- Support trial, hearing and arbitration preparation
- Assist with witness evidence and document collection exercises
- Maintain matter files and case management systems
- Undertake administrative tasks relating to live disputes
- Monitor deadlines and ensure procedural requirements are met
- Assist partners and associates with ad hoc project work
- Support business development and knowledge management initiatives
- Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team culture
Profile
- Due to commence a training contract in approximately 12 months' time
- Available to commit to a full-time 12-month fixed-term contract
- Strong academic background, ideally achieving a 2:1 or above
- Previous paralegal, vacation scheme or legal work experience preferred
- Demonstrable interest in litigation, disputes or arbitration
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Confident working both independently and as part of a team
- Professional and client-focused approach
- Strong legal research and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to develop within a leading disputes practice
Job Offer
- 12-month fixed-term contract starting November/December 2026
- Ideal opportunity for future trainees awaiting Training Contract commencement
- Exposure to complex, high-profile international disputes
- Direct access to experienced partners and associates
- Opportunity to develop core litigation and arbitration skills
- Significant responsibility from an early stage
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Exceptional learning and development opportunities
- Exposure to leading corporate and financial institution clients
- City of London office location
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Excellent addition to future trainee experience
- Opportunity to build a strong professional network
- Work within a prestigious US law firm environment
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Disputes Paralegal - Future Trainee with 12 months to work in City of London employer: Michael Page Legal
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