The Company?
The successful Criminal Defence Paralegal will join an upper tier legal aid firm with a strong criminal defence practice alongside family, housing and civil liberties work. The team operates across multiple offices and provides structured supervision, training and exposure to a high volume of complex matters.
The Role
As the Criminal Defence Paralegal you will support solicitors across a varied caseload.
The role will include:
* Supporting case preparation from instruction through to completion
* Legal research and drafting case documents
* Managing case files and maintaining accurate records
* Liaising with clients, courts and external parties
* Assisting with evidence gathering and disclosure
* Arranging hearings and meetings
* Attending court when required
The Criminal Defence Paralegal?
You will have experience in criminal law and a practical understanding of criminal defence work.
The Criminal Defence Paralegal must have:
* Experience in a criminal law environment
* Strong communication and client care skills
* Experience supporting cases through the criminal process
* Good organisation and file management ability
* Ability to work independently and within a team
* Knowledge of legal aid processes
* Police Station Accreditation or willingness to work towards it
In return......?
* £30,000 to £35,000 salary
* Bonus scheme
* Pension contribution
* Training and development
* Hybrid working
* Annual leave plus Bank Holidays and Christmas/New Year closure
* Structured team support environment
If you are a Criminal Defence Paralegal considering your career options, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year