Crime Paralegal

QualitySolicitors Jordans - Doncaster; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm specializing in justice cases is seeking a standout Criminal Law Paralegal in Doncaster. You will support investigations related to miscarriages of justice and gain invaluable experience in this specialized field. The ideal candidate must have a passion for justice, possess relevant experience in criminal law, and demonstrate resilience and drive. The role involves flexible working hours but is not remote. Apply by October 10, 2025, to make an impact in people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Opportunity to progress in criminal law

Impact in lives through the position

Qualifications

• Experience in criminal law or a strong passion for justice.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings across the UK.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours.

Responsibilities

• Support miscarriage of justice investigations.
• Attend hearings and conferences with appeal counsel.
• Prepare casework for appeals and judicial reviews.

Skills

Criminal law experience

Strong legal research skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Ability to digest large volumes of material

Job description

Overview

Criminal Law Paralegal – Not Just a Job. A Mission

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: To be agreed with the right candidate based on experience

Deadline to Apply: Friday, 10th October 2025

Jordans Solicitors LLP is searching for a standout Criminal Law Paralegal to join our specialist team tackling miscarriages of justice and prison law cases. You’ll work directly with Mark Newby, a highly experienced Miscarriage of Justice solicitor. This is your chance to gain experience in fighting miscarriage of justice cases from the routine to highly challenging and complex appeals, together with the opportunity to gain training in Prison Law.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting miscarriage of justice investigations
• Meeting and interviewing Applicants and their witnesses
• Working on cases under supervision
• Attending Hearings and Conferences with Appeal Counsel
• Handling prison law matters and client visits
• Preparing casework for appeals and judicial reviews
• Working on cases that reach the Court of Appeal, CCRC, Supreme Court or even the European Court of Human Rights

This Is Not a Role for the Ordinary

We need someone exceptional. To secure an interview, you’ll need to show us you’ve got something special—drive, resilience, and a deep commitment to justice.

Essential Requirements:

• Criminal law experience or demonstrable passion for justice evidenced by your CV
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel for prison visits and client meetings across the UK
• Strong legal research, drafting, and communication skills
• Ability to digest large volumes of material
• Based in or with strong ties to South Yorkshire or North Yorkshire (because our experience is that if you are relocating for further afield it will not work)
• Be able to work outside of normal office hours (we regularly work on cases or discuss cases remotely out of office hours)

Why Jordans?

• Unique opportunity to work in Criminal Law and Miscarriage of Justice Cases
• Be part of a firm that’s investing in AI and innovation
• Flexible working (this is not a remote job opportunity but we can allow some flexible working)
• Further your career progression
• Make a genuine impact in people’s lives

Ready to take on the extraordinary?

Apply by Friday, 10th October 2025

How to Apply: Send your CV and cover letter to: [e-mail]. In your covering letter answer the question: Why I am no ordinary candidate

Learn more at www.jordansllp.co.uk