Paralegal
2 weeks ago
Region 1- EMEA
- Practice group 1- Litigation & Dispute Mgmt
- Office 1- Abu Dhabi
- Position type 1- Permanent
- Summary 1
- **About Eversheds**
We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with 5,000+ colleagues in more than 30 countries. We’re full service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we’re equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities - and for you. Whether you’re starting out on your career or well established, whether you’re a lawyer or in business services. If you’re looking for what’s next, we are too.
**Key responsibilities**:
Working as part of the Litigation Secretarial Unit you will provide support to both external clients of the Firm and legal advisors working on different types of work. The role will include, however not limited to, the following day-to-day responsibilities:
- Support Senior Paralegals
- Assist in managing and maintaining case files, documents, and electronic records.
- Organize and index case-related materials, ensuring easy retrieval.
- Keep track of court and arbitration deadlines and ensure timely filings.
- Coordinate with associates to update case statuses and schedules.
- Prepare and serve legal documents in accordance with court rules.
- Assist in drafting client correspondence and reports.
- Coordinate client meetings as needed.
- Assist in preparing associates for court appearances and arbitration hearings.
- Coordinate court schedules, including securing court dates, locations, and necessary accommodations.
- Attend court and arbitration hearings to provide support
- Coordinate with opposing parties and arbitrators as necessary.
- Assist with administrative duties
- Maintain and update the litigation team's case management systems.
- Handle general office tasks, including filing, photocopying, and managing office supplies.
- Undertake training in and develop competence in litigation tools, including CaseReady, ESLocate, CaseShare
There is a variety of work - no two days are the same and this role can provide a wealth of different skills and experience.
The working hours for the position will be 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
***Skills and experience**:
- an interest in the job and a “can do” attitude
- excellent customer service skills
- an eye for detail, strong organisational skills and able to take responsibility for own workload
- confidence in dealing with telephone enquiries
- excellent level of written and spoken English and strong communication skills
- good IT skills
- must be a team player, willing to help out wherever needed
- prior experience in the UAE is desirable but not essential, with preference given to experience with a law firm.
- Arabic language skills would be advantageous
**Key competencies**:
You will have sound computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, etc. You will be a team player, have good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills and the ability to multi-task.
We're a modern, progressive law firm. We think differently and we've built a culture where individual skills and personalities can shine through. At Eversheds, we believe that innovation comes from a culture of genuine equality and diversity and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, or once in post.
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