About this role
Paralegal - Trade Union Law Group Are you a Paralegal with a passion for social justice, employment law, trade unions, litigation and workers' rights? Join Thompsons Solicitors' specialist Trade Union Law Group (TULG) and work on some of the most significant legal cases affecting working people across the UK. As the leading social justice law firm representing trade unions and their members, Thompsons is trusted by many of the UK's largest unions to handle complex, high-profile litigation. Our team regularly appears in courts at all levels including the Supreme Court and European Court of Human Rights.
We will consider full or part time applicants. While a cover letter or personal statement is not required as part of your application, we strongly encourage you to include one. It's a great opportunity to demonstrate your interest in Thompsons Solicitors and the role, as well as highlight any relevant skills, experiences, or motivations that may not be evident from your CV alone.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an ambitious Paralegal to support our expert Trade Union Law Group. You'll work alongside leading trade union lawyers on a varied caseload including: Judicial Review proceedings High Court and appellate litigation Multi-claimant Employment Tribunal cases Large-scale group actions involving thousands of claimants Strategic litigation that helps shape employment and trade union law This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career and develop into a specialist trade union lawyer.