Dispute Resolution Paralegal

The Role

We are looking for a talented and motivated Paralegal to join our highly recommended and expanding Dispute Resolution department in Whitechapel.

The Dispute Resolution team undertakes all aspects of property and commercial litigation. We are therefore looking for a Paralegal to support the Partner and Litigation Solicitors. The role involves dealing with new client enquiries; assisting with casework advice and litigation and some administrative tasks. A thorough induction program will be provided which will introduce you to office systems and our virtual case management system.

Our reputation for good quality advice and representation has been recognised by Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500.

About the Dispute Resolution Team

Primarily based at our office in Whitechapel, there is currently 1 Member Partner, 2 Solicitors and 1 Trainee Solicitor within the department.

We are instructed on a wide range of disputes, including:-

Commercial Litigation:

• Anti-Trust/Competition Litigation
• Building/Construction Disputes
• Chancery Litigation
• Civil Fraud Litigation
• Civil Litigation Disputes
• Contractual Disputes
• Debt Recovery – Asset recovery and protection
• Defamation
• Enforcing Foreign Judgments in the UK
• Injunctions – Worldwide and domestic freezing injunctions, proprietary injunctions, interlocutory prohibitory and mandatory injunctions
• Intellectual Property Disputes (trademark, copyright, passing off and others)
• Professional Negligence
• Shareholder and Partner Disputes

Property Litigation

• Boundary Disputes
• Breaches of Covenant and Easements
• Building Disputes
• Commercial Lease Renewals
• Contested Probate
• Dilapidations and Disrepair Disputes
• Neighbour Disputes
• Rent Reviews
• Residential and Commercial Landlord & Tenant Possession Claims
• Service Charge Disputes
• Tenants’ Rights to Purchase and Withholding of Consent by Landlords
• Tolata Disputes

We work closely with our colleagues in the firm’s private family finance and conveyancing departments whose clients are often landlords or leaseholders and require expert legal assistance with their properties.

We meet as a department regularly to share knowledge, discuss case tactics and update on recent developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out all allotted litigation casework, promptly and efficiently as delegated by the Dispute Resolution Partner and solicitor where appropriate.
• Completing court bundles as directed, including collating papers and drafting indexes of papers.
• Clerking court hearings.
• Carrying out allocated administrative tasks such as, contacting barristers and experts for invoices and clients for instructions, arranging appointments and managing entries in solicitor’s diaries.
• Communicating clearly and regularly with clients, complying with ‘client care’ requirements.
• Staffing the new client rota for the process of coordinating and administering the allocation of new client calls under the management of the Heads of Department. This includes taking details of potential new cases from individuals and referring agencies via telephone and email correspondence.
• Keeping up to date with general legal developments.
• Ensuring that time spent on all casework is promptly and accurately recorded.
• Billing tasks for the administration of billing and liaising with the in-house billing team as delegated by the solicitor.
• Undertaking appropriate administrative tasks in accordance with the Office Manual to help ensure smooth functioning of department and efficient casework and billing.

Skills / Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with the firm’s client group
• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent oral and telephone skills
• Ability to prioritise and work efficiently under pressure
• Good team working ability
• Problem solving ability and good analytical skills
• Excellent IT skills (including word processing and use of Excel spreadsheets)
• Commitment to our client group and access to justice
• A strong academic background; completion of the LPC or SQE (or current SQE study)

Desirable

• Experience of case work and court proceedings in an organisation delivering Dispute Resolution/Commercial Litigation advice and triage of new enquiries desirable, but not essential.

Life at TV Edwards

TV Edwards has been providing trusted legal services for more than 95 years. Founded in London’s East End in 1929, we are proud of our heritage and equally excited about the future we are building – a modern, diverse and forward-thinking law firm consistently recognised by Chambers UK, The Legal 500 and The Times Top 250 Law Firms.

Our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do. For the second year running, we have been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a supportive environment where colleagues feel valued, can develop their careers and achieve their full potential.

At TV Edwards, you will find a team of talented, approachable professionals who take pride in delivering high-quality work while supporting one another. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

As we continue to grow and evolve, we remain guided by our core values of honesty, integrity, excellence and respect – values that shape how we work with both our clients and our colleagues.

Why Join TV Edwards

• Access to structured training, mentorship and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in meaningful, high-quality legal work that makes a difference.
• Deliver client-focused solutions with integrity and ethical standards.
• Thrive in a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Work in a welcoming and collaborative environment where your contribution is valued.
• Be part of a supportive team that encourages growth, wellbeing and personal success.
• Benefit from family-friendly policies and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.
• Join a firm renowned for excellence, professionalism and community engagement.