Simmons & Simmons
Paralegal - Disputes & Investigations
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Our Dispute Resolution Team
Our dispute resolution team offers strategic business thinking and a clear point of view, rooted in exceptional legal knowledge.
We handle a full range of high-value, complex commercial disputes, including commercial and investment arbitration, contentious banking and finance matters, insolvency litigation, contentious regulatory investigations, and civil / criminal fraud claims.
Our professional, innovative, and tenacious approach to litigation and arbitration strategy is valued by our clients who range from prominent corporates and professional services firms to financial institutions, fintech companies, and hedge funds.
The team specializes in challenging contractual, competition, boardroom, and joint venture disputes and is increasingly known for its strategic and level-headed approach to parallel proceedings. We advise on disputes of significant reputational and financial value and are known for our solutions-focused advice when the stakes are high.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced disputes paralegal to join our market-leading UK Dispute Resolution practice, based in the London office.
The successful candidate will support our Disputes & Investigations team and will be primarily focused on arbitration work.
Tasks include:
- Analyzing, collating, and summarizing large quantities of information.
- Researching points of law and other factual issues and preparing reports on the same.
- Collating and organizing bundles of documents for disclosure, witness statements, or exhibits.
- Providing general administrative support to fee-earners including proofreading.
- Working with the Practice Support & eDiscovery team to organize and manage disclosure exercises, including document management and review.
- Working on various stages of disclosure exercises including collating, organizing, and reviewing documents for relevance and privilege, flagging important documents to fee-earners, identifying legal issues, providing detailed case information/knowledge, preparing disclosure lists.
- Court duties including filing payments and even applications before Practice Masters. These require knowledge of court workings and CPR rules and forms to assist with any queries about appropriate forms and how they should be filled, court fees, procedure, etc.
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Person Specification
Education / Qualifications / Experience:
- Law graduate with a first or upper second class degree or equivalent.
Knowledge and Technical Skills:
- Excellent IT skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred.
General Skills/Attributes:
- Highly organized and methodical approach to the role as well as confidence with IT systems.
- Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently.
- Highly motivated and commercially astute.
- Excellent communication skills and a collegiate, team-based attitude.
- The ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Self-motivated, hardworking, reliable, and works well under pressure.
Here at Simmons & Simmons
Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society, and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.
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Key Highlights:
- Competitive compensation package (including bonuses dependent on role/level), private medical insurance, and pension contribution.
- A global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities for all employees.
- A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in-office, subject to role and client needs.
- Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions.
- Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
- Vibrant social and sports committees, as well as art collections featuring renowned artists.
- The introduction of a Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.
Equal Opportunities
We foster an inclusive environment, offering equal employment opportunities across all spectrums of race, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and more. Requests for flexible working arrangements are supported (where possible), and we strive to make our roles accessible to all. Our employee networks offer additional support, detailed in our D&I Information booklet provided during the recruitment process.
We value diversity and encourage applications from those who are passionate and willing to grow with us, even if not all requirements are met. Your unique experiences and perspectives are welcomed here.
For more information or to apply, please contact our Recruitment Team or visit our career page.
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