Criminal Defence Paralegal
IPS Group Limited
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Job summary
IPS Group Limited, a well-established criminal defence practice in West Yorkshire, is seeking an ambitious Criminal Defence Paralegal / Junior Lawyer / CILEX to join its busy team. The role provides hands-on experience across a broad range of criminal matters and a clear path for long-term professional growth.
Candidates should have at least 12 months' criminal defence experience; Police Station Accreditation is welcome but not essential.
Qualifications
- Minimum 12 months' experience in criminal defence (paralegal, CILEX, trainee solicitor or junior lawyer).
- Police Station Accreditation is highly desirable but not essential.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage a busy workload.
- Genuine passion for criminal law and client care.
Responsibilities
- Assisting solicitors with criminal defence matters.
- Preparing case files, bundles and legal documentation.
- Liaising with clients, courts, barristers and third parties.
- Taking instructions and obtaining evidence.
- Drafting correspondence and legal documents.
- Attending court and supporting fee earners.
- Providing general case management and administrative support.
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Job description
This well established criminal defence practice in West Yorkshire is seeking an ambitious Criminal Defence Paralegal / Junior Lawyer / CILEX to join its busy and highly regarded team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a minimum of 12 months criminal defence experience who is looking to build a long-term career within criminal law. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who hold Police Station Accreditation, although this is not essential.
Working alongside experienced solicitors and fee earners, you will assist on a varied caseload covering a broad range of criminal matters. You will gain valuable hands‑on experience and exposure to all stages of criminal proceedings.
- Assisting solicitors with criminal defence matters
- Preparing case files, bundles and legal documentation
- Liaising with clients, courts, barristers and third parties
- Taking instructions and obtaining evidence
- Drafting correspondence and legal documents
- Attending court and supporting fee earners where required
- Providing general case management and administrative support
To be considered, you will have:
- A minimum of 12 months' experience within criminal defence as a paralegal, CILEX, trainee solicitor or junior lawyer
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- The ability to manage a busy workload effectively
- A genuine passion for criminal law and client care
- Police Station Accreditation (highly desirable but not essential)
- Excellent salary package
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Ongoing training and development
- Exposure to high-quality criminal defence work
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced and respected criminal defence lawyers
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Company: IPS Group Limited
Salary: £27,000 to £35,000 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: West Yorkshire, LS1 2PW
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 14 Oct 2026
Closing date: 12 Nov 2026
This well established criminal defence practice in West Yorkshire is seeking an ambitious Criminal Defence Paralegal / Junior Lawyer / CILEX to join its busy and highly regarded team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a minimum of 12 months criminal defence experience who is looking to build a long‑term career within criminal law. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who hold Police Station Accreditation, although this is not essential.
Working alongside experienced solicitors and fee earners, you will assist on a varied caseload covering a broad range of criminal matters. You will gain valuable hands‑on experience and exposure to all stages of criminal proceedings.
- Assisting solicitors with criminal defence matters
- Managing 30-40 cases per month
- Preparing case files, bundles and legal documentation
- Liaising with clients, courts, barristers and third parties
- Taking instructions and obtaining evidence
- Drafting correspondence and legal documents
- Attending court and supporting fee earners where required
- Providing general case management and administrative support
To be considered, you will have:
- A minimum of 12 months' experience within criminal defence as a paralegal, CILEX, trainee solicitor or junior lawyer
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- The ability to manage a busy workload effectively
- A genuine passion for criminal law and client care
- Police Station Accreditation (highly desirable but not essential)
- Excellent salary package
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Ongoing training and development
- Exposure to high-quality criminal defence work
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced and respected criminal defence lawyers
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Criminal Defence Paralegal to take the next step in their career with a well-established and growing law firm in West Yorkshire.
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