Accredited Police Station Paralegal

Simpson Judge Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected criminal law firm in London is seeking an Accredited Police Station Representative to join its dynamic team. The successful candidate will support fee earners in various aspects of criminal casework, including legal research, case administration, and drafting witness statements. This role offers comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression with a potential training contract after a qualifying period. The ideal applicant must possess Police Station Accreditation and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend police stations to support criminal casework.
• Conduct legal research and manage case documentation.
• Draft witness statements and assist in court attendances.

Skills

Police Station Accreditation

Criminal law knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

IT proficiency

Job description

Accredited Police Station Representative
Location: London

An established and highly regarded Legal 500 criminal law firm is currently recruiting for an Accredited Police Station Representative to join its busy London-based criminal defence team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and committed individual looking to develop their career within a well-respected criminal law practice. The role will be based from the firm’s Ilford/Stratford office and will involve working closely with experienced fee earners on a diverse and engaging caseload.

The Role

In addition to attending police stations, the successful candidate will support fee earners across all aspects of criminal casework, including:

• Legal research
• Case administration and document management
• Analysis of evidence and information
• Attending meetings with clients and counsel
• Assisting with court attendances
• Drafting witness statements

Comprehensive training and close supervision will be provided by senior members of the team.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Police Station Accreditation
• A strong working knowledge of criminal law and criminal procedure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A high level of attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Good IT proficiency

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to delivering high standards of client care, providing quality legal advice, and maintaining a flexible and proactive approach to work.

Career Progression

Suitable candidates may be considered for a training contract following a qualifying period.