Breaking into the legal profession can be challenging for LLB/LPC graduates and paralegals. Many firms require experience, yet opportunities to gain that experience can feel scarce. That’s where document review projects come in, a practical, paid route to build skills and boost your CV.
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Document Review Jobs: A Stepping Stone for Law Graduates
What Is Document Review?
Document review involves analyzing large volumes of legal documents for relevance, confidentiality, and accuracy, often as part of litigation or regulatory matters. Historically centered in London, these projects are now common in Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, and other regional hubs as national and international firms expand outside the capital.
Why Consider Document Review Work?
- Gain experience in top law firms, often global or national practices
- Apply legal principles learned during your degree or LPC
- Develop key skills: attention to detail, analytical thinking and proficiency with e-disclosure tools like Relativity
- Network with legal professionals and build valuable contacts
- Explore different practice areas and discover your preferred specialism
- Enhance your CV for training contract applications and interviews
- Earn competitive pay including overtime rates (time and a half or double pay on weekends)
- Flexibility: choose projects while searching for permanent roles
Why It’s a Great Career Move
Document review projects offer exposure to high-profile cases, insight into law firm operations, and even opportunities for permanent roles. For many graduates, this is the first step on the paralegal ladder and a chance to demonstrate commitment and capability.
Current Opportunities
Chadwick Nott partners with leading UK and US law firms and major Legal Process Outsourcers (LPOs) to provide staffing solutions for document review projects. If you’re an LLB/LPC graduate or paralegal with litigation experience, we can help you gain practical legal experience and progress your career. Contact us today.
