Crime Trainee Solicitor - Stourbridge

Simpson Judge Ltd; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded criminal defence firm in Stourbridge seeks a Trainee Criminal Solicitor to support its team. This full-time position offers a clear pathway to qualification, strong mentoring, and direct exposure to a variety of criminal law cases. Ideal for candidates with experience as a Crime Paralegal and a keen interest in criminal law. Competitive salary and immediate start available.

Benefits

Supportive and experienced team environment

Hands-on court and client experience

Opportunity to progress to a Training Contract

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience as a Crime Paralegal within a criminal defence firm.
• Experience preparing case files and drafting legal documents.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a team of criminal defence solicitors across various matters.
• Handle case preparation and legal research.
• Attend court and police stations, with training provided.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Interest in criminal law

Job description

Trainee Criminal Solicitor - Direct Training Contract Opportunity

Stourbridge, West Midlands

Full-time | Permanent | Immediate Start

I'm working with a well-regarded and long-established criminal defence firm in Stourbridge that is looking to recruit an experienced Crime Paralegal to step into a Trainee Criminal Solicitor role - with a direct pathway into a Training Contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in criminal law who's ready to take the next step toward qualification. The firm offers hands-on exposure, strong mentoring, and a clear and supported route to becoming a qualified solicitor.

About the Role:

You’ll be supporting a busy team of criminal defence solicitors across a range of matters. Your responsibilities will include case preparation, legal research, client contact, and attending court and police stations (with full training provided if not already accredited). For the right candidate, this role will transition directly into a Training Contract (or QWE pathway for SQE candidates).

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months’ experience as a Crime Paralegal within a criminal defence firm
• Experience preparing case files, drafting legal documents, and liaising with clients
• A strong interest in criminal law and a clear desire to qualify as a solicitor
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills
• Police Station Accreditation is advantageous but not essential
• A full UK driving licence is desirable

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to progress directly into a Training Contract
• Exposure to a wide variety of criminal defence work
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Hands‑on court and client experience from the outset
• Competitive salary with clear progression pathway