The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
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Junior Legal Support Coordinator (L1)
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Mastering basic document formatting, Bates stamping, file organisation, and learning our internal systems. Getting the hang of deadlines and basic legal terminology.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently accurate completion of routine tasks without supervision.
- Proactive identification of minor issues and proposing solutions.
- Demonstrating a solid understanding of our internal processes and protocols.
- 2
Legal Assistant / Secretary (with 3+ years experience)
Direct entry if experience is broad enoughSkills to master
- Transitioning from purely administrative tasks to more substantive legal support, including document review, basic legal research, and case management system proficiency.
You're ready to move on when
- Experience managing multiple attorney calendars and deadlines.
- Familiarity with legal document preparation and e-filing.
- A desire to take on more responsibility beyond administrative support.
- 3
Document Reviewer (Contract/Permanent)
1-3 yearsSkills to master
- Deepening expertise in eDiscovery platforms, document coding, and understanding privilege/relevance. Expanding from pure review to broader case support.
You're ready to move on when
- High accuracy and efficiency in document review projects.
- Strong understanding of eDiscovery workflows and tools.
- An interest in the full litigation lifecycle, not just document review.