Litigation/Disputes Paralegal(m/w/x)

## LITIGATION/DISPUTES PARALEGAL - GENEVA ###### Permanent employee, Full-time ·Geneva (GVA) --- ##### Role description We are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated **Litigation/Disputes Paralegal** to join our dynamic team in Geneva. The successful candidate will support our bilingual French/English litigation teams in managing complex legal cases and providing exceptional service to our clients. **Key Responsibilities:** * Providing administrative and organisational support to the litigation and/or international arbitration legal teams on (often complex and international) mandates. * Assist lawyers in the filing of submissions to the Swiss courts and/or international arbitral tribunals, including  document formatting, cite checking, proof reading, preparation of electronic and hard-copy documents and bundles. * Use and promote specialist IT tools, especially for file management and legal submissions. * Assist lawyers in preparing for trials and hearings, including regarding trial documents and all logistical arrangements. * Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs. * Organise and maintain case files and document management systems. * Support the team in managing deadlines and ensuring compliance with court and procedural requirements. * Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the litigation/disputes teams. ##### Your profile **What we are looking for:** * Previous experience (ideally at least three years’) as a paralegal, legal assistant, jurist or clerk in a litigation or disputes environment. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French (business-level German would be a real advantage). * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail; impeccable organisational skills mand a strong ability to prioitise. * Responsive, pro-active, with a strong ownership of tasks and responsibilities; able to work independently as well as part of a team. * Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. * Competent and confident IT-user, with demonstrated proficiency in using document management systems and exhibit management software (ideally ExhibitManager). * Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field, or relevant Paralegal qualification, is preferred. ##### About us **Personal growth. Collective Success.** We are a global leader in disputes, working with our clients on complex and critical cases. Our people combine talent, character, and a desire to excel. We are only as good as our people, so we make sure you learn from the very best, in a supportive environment. # acareeratlalive #lifeatlalive