Paralegal - Contentious Trusts/Probate - Tier 1 City Law Firm

The Firm

A leading Tier 1 City law firm renowned for its work with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and trustees. The Contentious Trusts and Probate team advises on complex, often multi-jurisdictional disputes, including will challenges, trustee disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and inheritance disputes involving international assets and structures.

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.

The Role

The team is seeking a paralegal with at least 9 months' relevant experience to support fee earners on a varied caseload of high-value, complex contentious trusts and probate matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in private wealth disputes within a market-leading practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing disclosure exercises, including document review, e-disclosure platforms, and preparing disclosure lists
• Preparing and indexing trial and hearing bundles
• Drafting witness statements, court applications, and pleadings under supervision
• Monitoring case timetables and ensuring compliance with court deadlines and directions
• Assisting with instructing counsel and preparing briefs for hearings, mediations, and trial
• Conducting legal research on multi-jurisdictional trust and probate litigation issues
• Attending court, mediations, and conferences with counsel where appropriate
• Liaising with clients, opposing solicitors, counsel, and overseas advisers
• Managing case files and ensuring compliance with firm and regulatory requirements

Candidate Requirements xwzovoh

• Minimum 9 months' experience as a paralegal within contentious trusts and probate, private client litigation, or a closely related contentious/dispute resolution practice area
• Strong academics; law degree or GDL preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage a demanding workload and work well under pressure
• Genuine interest in private wealth and international disputes