Litigation Legal Assistant

Expanding US Law Firm client is looking for a Legal Assistant with solid experience and understanding of working in a Litigation department. This will be a permanent role based in the firms stunning London office.

• Salary to £45,000.
• Hybrid Working 3 days in office 2 remote.
• Hands on position working directly with Partners  & heavily involved with court/trail proceedings.

The role will require the Litigation Legal Assistant to aid the forms busy litigation practice. The role will work closely with Partners and Associates of the Firm.

Duties of the Litigation Legal Assistants:

• Assist with all stages of document production.
• Collate information and KYC documentation for review and use.
• Document management pre and post completion.
• Coordinate transactional tasks with clients, advisors, and attorneys. 
• Coordinate with government authorities and other free zones to gather information, all whilst developing and maintaining business relationships.
• Arrange files and documents to be signed and approved via DocuSign.
• Organise and manage files, both electronic and paper.
• Create and maintain databases and run complex searches.
• Prepare Audit Response Letters.
• Assist with witness materials.
• Prepare court bundles and documentation.
• Assist with trial proceedings.

Requirements of the Litigation Legal Assistant:

• The client is looking for a candidate who has at least 1-3 years experience ideally in a Litigation Legal Department.
• Have an understanding of online resources such as Westlaw, LexisNexis as well as other outlets to perform research and present findings.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organisation, and planning abilities.
• Excellent client service standards.
• Flexibility to travel and adjust hours around the needs of the firm.
• Legal Practice Course and Law Degree or similar.