Criminal Litigation Paralegal (3 month contract - ASAP start)

Kingsley Napley; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Kingsley Napley LLP is seeking a proactive and highly organised Paralegal to join the Criminal Litigation team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. The role is hybrid, with 3–4 days per week in the office, and offers exposure to high-profile litigation work under the guidance of a Partner.

You will support day-to-day matter activity, including document preparation, case administration and drafting work, contributing to a busy, fast-moving environment in central London.

Qualifications

• Criminal litigation experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong drafting and written communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Drafting correspondence, statements and other case-related documents.
• Reviewing, organising and managing large volumes of documents and information.
• Conducting legal and factual research.
• Preparing bundles and supporting case management activities.
• Taking attendance notes and assisting with case preparation.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, courts and other third parties.
• Providing general administrative and organisational support to the litigation team.

Skills

Drafting

Attention to detail

Organisation

Legal research

Communication

Job description

Hours: Full-time (flexible applications considered)

Hybrid Working: 3-4 days per week in the office

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Paralegal to join our Criminal Litigation team on a 3-month fixed-term contract, supporting a significant and fast-moving matter.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to gain exposure to high-profile litigation work. You will work closely with a Partner, supporting a large volume of case-related activity and helping to ensure the matter progresses efficiently.

The Role

You will provide day-to-day support on a substantial criminal litigation matter, assisting with document preparation, case administration and drafting work.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Drafting correspondence, statements and other case-related documents
• Reviewing, organising and managing large volumes of documents and information
• Conducting legal and factual research
• Preparing bundles and supporting case management activities
• Taking attendance notes and assisting with case preparation
• Liaising with clients, counsel, courts and other third parties
• Providing general administrative and organisational support to the litigation team

About You

We are open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. Previous criminal litigation experience is beneficial but not essential.

You will demonstrate:

• Strong written communication and drafting skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload
• Confidence working with large volumes of information
• A proactive and adaptable approach
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience working in an office-based environment

This role would suit a paralegal looking to build litigation experience, or an individual with strong administrative and drafting skills who is keen to gain exposure to a leading criminal litigation practice.

Why Join Us?

Kingsley Napley is recognised as one of the UK's leading criminal litigation practices. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with an experienced Partner on a significant matter, gaining valuable hands‑on experience in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Kingsley Napley is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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