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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 click apply for full job details

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.

Criminal Defence Paralegal (Police Station Accredited Representative) London (Waterloo) 30,000 - 40,000 + Benefits An established and highly respected criminal defence practice is seeking a Criminal Defence Paralegal to join its specialist team based in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a Police Station Accredited Representative looking to develop their career within a leading criminal defence practice renowned for handling serious and complex cases. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of matters, from everyday criminal defence work through to serious violence, organised crime, fraud, sexual offences and high-profile Crown Court litigation. The firm has built a longstanding reputation for providing exceptional criminal defence representation and is committed to investing in the development of its staff. This role offers genuine progression opportunities, high levels of responsibility and regular client contact from day one. The Criminal Defence Paralegal's Role The successful Criminal Defence Paralegal will support solicitors and advocates on a varied caseload whilst also attending police stations independently as an Accredited Representative. Responsibilities will include: Attending police stations and advising clients under caution as an Accredited Representative Providing out-of-hours and evening police station cover on a rota basis Taking instructions from clients and advising on criminal investigations Managing criminal defence files and maintaining accurate case records Preparing legal documents, briefs to counsel and client correspondence Reviewing disclosure, witness statements, CCTV, interview recordings and evidential material Assisting with the preparation of Magistrates' Court and Crown Court matters Attending hearings, conferences and client meetings where required Liaising with clients, counsel, police officers, courts, prisons and external agencies Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries Supporting solicitors on serious and complex criminal matters Monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements The Criminal Defence Paralegal Police Station Accredited Representative status is essential Previous experience within criminal defence Ability to attend police stations throughout London, including evening and out-of-hours work Strong working knowledge of criminal law and procedure Excellent client care and communication skills Experience handling legally aided criminal matters Organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively Professional, resilient and able to perform under pressure Strong drafting, file management and case preparation skills Full UK driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential In Return? 30,000 - 40,000 salary depending on experience Additional remuneration for police station attendance and out-of-hours work Exposure to complex and high-profile criminal defence matters Structured training and professional development Ongoing supervision and mentoring from experienced criminal defence lawyers Clear progression opportunities Pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Supportive and collaborative working environment Modern Central London office location This is an excellent opportunity for a Police Station Accredited Criminal Defence Paralegal seeking meaningful responsibility, quality work and long-term career progression within a highly regarded criminal defence practice.

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.