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Litigation Secretary / Paralegal | Dispute Resolution

February 11th, 2025 | Tags:
Appleby is one of the world’s leading international law firms, operating in ten highly regarded and well-regulated global locations.

We are inviting applications from suitably qualified or experienced Litigation Secretaries or Paralegals for our BVI office.

 

The post-holder will be expected to assist the lawyers within our Dispute Resolution team with all aspects of their practice, to include the onboarding of clients and the preparation of engagement documentation, the preparation and review of documents, preparing court bundles and indices, photocopying, organising files and indexing, and dealing with financial matters, such as processing expense claims or billing. The post-holder will have direct contact with clients for the purpose of obtaining instructions, documents or information and may be required to initiate and answer routine correspondence on behalf of the Associates. The post-holder will also ensure the timely distribution and filing of Court lists, will assist lawyers in the maintenance of their diaries and key date diaries and will liaise with the Court Office regarding listing dates and other judicial matters. The post-holder may also be required to undertake certain projects such as assisting with business development initiatives, conducting research, minute taking, etc. and may be tasked with assisting with court searches, serving documents and settling court fees where required.

Applicants should have a minimum of three years’ experience dealing with disputes clients and possess excellent client relationship, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Applicants must have sound organizational skills and be highly proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications. Candidates must also possess a high degree of integrity and a proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and demonstrate a strong sense of commitment, initiative and responsibility. At least a basic knowledge of the Court rules and procedures is preferred and a working knowledge of AdEx and iManage would be an advantage. Preference will be given to BVIslanders and Belongers.

Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications should be submitted via the careers section of the website applebyglobal.com and will be treated as strictly confidential.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date: 7 March 2025

Contact Information:

Appleby (BVI) Limited

Wickham’s Cay 1

Road Town, Tortola

+1 284 393 4742

kyemployment@applebyglobal.com

applebyglobal.com

 

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