Criminal Paralegal A highly regarded specialist criminal defence practice is seeking a Criminal Paralegal to join its growing team in North London. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Criminal Paralegal looking to gain hands-on experience within a respected firm known for handling serious, complex and high-profile criminal matters. The successful Criminal Paralegal will work alongside experienced solicitors and advocates, receiving structured training, mentorship and a genuine route towards qualification. This Criminal Paralegal position offers exposure to a broad range of criminal defence work, including serious crime, complex investigations, white-collar crime and Crown Court matters. The successful candidate will be entrusted with meaningful responsibilities from an early stage, allowing them to develop their legal skills, build client relationships and gain valuable experience that supports a future Training Contract or SQE qualification pathway. You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Criminal Paralegal's role The Criminal Paralegal will support solicitors across a varied caseload while gradually developing responsibility for their own matters under supervision. Responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of Magistrates' Court and Crown Court cases Conducting detailed legal research and preparing case summaries Reviewing evidence, witness statements, disclosure and prosecution material Drafting legal correspondence, applications, instructions to counsel and attendance notes Liaising with clients, barristers, courts, police stations, prisons and external agencies Attending court hearings, conferences and client meetings Supporting solicitors with trial preparation and case strategy Managing and maintaining case files using the firm's systems and procedures Assisting with police station matters and working towards Police Station Accreditation Handling administrative and procedural tasks associated with active criminal cases Managing deadlines and prioritising workloads across multiple matters The Criminal Paralegal LPC or SQE qualified Demonstrable interest in criminal defence law - atleast 2 years + Strong legal research and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and professional judgement Strong organisational and time management abilities Ability to work effectively under pressure Proactive and capable of working independently when required Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients Additional language skills would be advantageous In Return? 26,000 starting salary Structured training programme Police Station Accreditation opportunities Paid overtime opportunities Exposure to high-profile and complex criminal cases Pension scheme with employer contributions Ongoing professional development and mentoring Discretionary annual bonus Regular firm events and social activities This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Criminal Paralegal seeking genuine career progression within a leading criminal defence environment.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
Criminal Paralegal A highly regarded specialist criminal defence practice is seeking a Criminal Paralegal to join its growing team in North London. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Criminal Paralegal looking to gain hands-on experience within a respected firm known for handling serious, complex and high-profile criminal matters. The successful Criminal Paralegal will work alongside experienced solicitors and advocates, receiving structured training, mentorship and a genuine route towards qualification. This Criminal Paralegal position offers exposure to a broad range of criminal defence work, including serious crime, complex investigations, white-collar crime and Crown Court matters. The successful candidate will be entrusted with meaningful responsibilities from an early stage, allowing them to develop their legal skills, build client relationships and gain valuable experience that supports a future Training Contract or SQE qualification pathway. You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Criminal Paralegal's role The Criminal Paralegal will support solicitors across a varied caseload while gradually developing responsibility for their own matters under supervision. Responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of Magistrates' Court and Crown Court cases Conducting detailed legal research and preparing case summaries Reviewing evidence, witness statements, disclosure and prosecution material Drafting legal correspondence, applications, instructions to counsel and attendance notes Liaising with clients, barristers, courts, police stations, prisons and external agencies Attending court hearings, conferences and client meetings Supporting solicitors with trial preparation and case strategy Managing and maintaining case files using the firm's systems and procedures Assisting with police station matters and working towards Police Station Accreditation Handling administrative and procedural tasks associated with active criminal cases Managing deadlines and prioritising workloads across multiple matters The Criminal Paralegal LPC or SQE qualified Demonstrable interest in criminal defence law - atleast 2 years + Strong legal research and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and professional judgement Strong organisational and time management abilities Ability to work effectively under pressure Proactive and capable of working independently when required Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients Additional language skills would be advantageous In Return? 26,000 starting salary Structured training programme Police Station Accreditation opportunities Paid overtime opportunities Exposure to high-profile and complex criminal cases Pension scheme with employer contributions Ongoing professional development and mentoring Discretionary annual bonus Regular firm events and social activities This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Criminal Paralegal seeking genuine career progression within a leading criminal defence environment.
My client is seeking dynamic, commercially minded Crime Paralegal to join their Hounslow, Greater London office. The successful Crime Paralegal will join a friendly and supportive firm that has established itself as one of the leading Criminal Law firms in the area attracting challenging, high-profile matters across general and serious crime and fraud. The firm works both legal aid cased and represent clients that are privately paying thus expect a high level of advice and representation. Their privately paying clients expect nothing but the best, a service to be proud to deliver around the clock as a result the successful candidate will be expected to flex to the needs of the business when needed. Applicants must: • Have a minimum of 6 months experience as a paralegal in a busy criminal defence practice. • Be local (West London based) and within 45 minutes of their office. • If you are a Police Station Accredited Representative then this will be advantageous to your application. Their practice principally focuses on criminal defence. They are a busy, professional and friendly practice and the successful candidate will provide key support to fee earners. You must be able to demonstrate: • a strong commitment and interest in criminal defence • good communication skills • good analytical skills • organisational skills • ability to work as a member of a team • ability to work under pressure • a strong work ethic • legal research skills • fluency in spoken and in written English and must be able to compose written communications to agencies and clients they work with to a high standard. Computer literate as our offices are fully computerized and uses an integrated practice case management system. • that you are computer literate as their offices are fully computerised and uses an integrated practice case management system. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Jun 06, 2026
Full time
My client is seeking dynamic, commercially minded Crime Paralegal to join their Hounslow, Greater London office. The successful Crime Paralegal will join a friendly and supportive firm that has established itself as one of the leading Criminal Law firms in the area attracting challenging, high-profile matters across general and serious crime and fraud. The firm works both legal aid cased and represent clients that are privately paying thus expect a high level of advice and representation. Their privately paying clients expect nothing but the best, a service to be proud to deliver around the clock as a result the successful candidate will be expected to flex to the needs of the business when needed. Applicants must: • Have a minimum of 6 months experience as a paralegal in a busy criminal defence practice. • Be local (West London based) and within 45 minutes of their office. • If you are a Police Station Accredited Representative then this will be advantageous to your application. Their practice principally focuses on criminal defence. They are a busy, professional and friendly practice and the successful candidate will provide key support to fee earners. You must be able to demonstrate: • a strong commitment and interest in criminal defence • good communication skills • good analytical skills • organisational skills • ability to work as a member of a team • ability to work under pressure • a strong work ethic • legal research skills • fluency in spoken and in written English and must be able to compose written communications to agencies and clients they work with to a high standard. Computer literate as our offices are fully computerized and uses an integrated practice case management system. • that you are computer literate as their offices are fully computerised and uses an integrated practice case management system. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
