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Contract Senior Paralegal - Public Inquiries

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TLT LLP

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 12 months of paralegal experience, SC Clearance, strong organization, legal drafting skills, and ability to handle multiple projects under pressure, preferably with legal tech knowledge.
  • You will review evidence, implement redaction policies, use AI tools for contract analysis, assist in evidence gathering, liaise with Counsel, and support hearings and related tasks.

Requirements

  • 12 months Legal Assistant / Paralegal experience
  • A willingness to be SC Clearance –arranged upon employment offer.
  • Experience within private practice law firm
  • Public Inquiries case handling experience would be desirable but not essential.
  • Accuracy, good organisational skills and flexibility
  • Previous experience using Relativity, Kira or other legal technology is ideal but not essential.
  • A proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders.
  • Exceptional legal drafting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Developing an understanding of complex issues in order to review and categorise a wide range of evidence and contracts.
  • Using e-disclosure platforms and specific systems (full training provided) to implement both relevance and redaction policies and decisions, to provide disclosure to relevant stakeholders.
  • Using AI contract review tools (full training provided) and individual legal skills to identify and advise on key contract terms and themes.
  • Taking detailed instructions from fee earners within the team and providing regular updates on progress.
  • Instructing Counsel on key matters related to the Inquiry.
  • Assistance on all elements of evidence gathering, collation and publication including work on e-disclosure platforms to undertake document review, tagging and creation of e-bundles for the purposes of obtaining evidence from witnesses.
  • Work in relation to Restriction Orders, involving liaising closely with counsel and solicitors in relation to applications to restrict evidence, applying redactions and undertaking all necessary tasks required.
  • Work on hearings, Including making arrangements with the Court, liaising with core participants, creating bundles, attending hearings and undertaking any follow-up work.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Senior Paralegal position?

The initial contract is for 3-6 months with the potential for extension.

Is office attendance required for this role?

Yes, there may be office attendance required, so candidates ideally need to reside within the London vicinity.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have at least 12 months of Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience and experience within a private practice law firm.

Is experience in Public Inquiries case handling essential for this role?

Public Inquiries case handling experience is desirable but not essential.

Will there be training provided for the required legal technology?

Yes, full training will be provided for using e-disclosure platforms and AI contract review tools.

Are there specific document management tools that candidates should be familiar with?

Experience using Relativity, Kira, or other legal technology is ideal but not essential.

What skills are emphasized for this position?

Candidates should possess accuracy, good organisational skills, flexibility, exceptional legal drafting skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Is Security Clearance required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be willing to obtain SC Clearance, which will be arranged upon an employment offer.

What kind of work will the Senior Paralegal be involved in?

The role includes reviewing evidence, assisting with evidence gathering, liaising with Counsel, making Court arrangements, and supporting during hearings.

What types of clients does the Public Inquiries team at TLT represent?

The team represents central government, non-departmental public bodies, local government, high-profile individuals, blue light services, and the private sector.

How would you describe TLT's culture?

TLT fosters an open and collaborative culture, encouraging everyone to be their whole self, have a voice, and contribute.

For what comes next. UK Law Firm of the Year 2022

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