Criminal Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; Nechells; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Birmingham is seeking a Criminal Paralegal to join their expanding team. This role offers a chance to work on various criminal cases, providing vital legal support and representation. The firm values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in criminal law is essential.
• Ability to draft legal documents and manage caseloads.
• Understanding of compliance and legal standards.

Responsibilities

• Litigate Crown Court files and provide expert advice.
• Represent clients at police stations.
• Draft legal documents and prepare case files.

Skills

Legal Knowledge

Case Management

Client Representation

Communication

Job description

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Tuckers Solicitors are a leading Legal Aid and Private Client criminal defence firm with a history dating back to 1984. Our nationwide team of expert lawyers provides high-quality legal representation, successfully defending clients across a full range of criminal offences.

We are recognised by Chambers, The Legal 500 and Spears 500 for our dedication to excellence and integrity. We are an award-winning firm, with accolades including Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year, Justice Human Rights Lawyer of the Year, and The Law Society's Solicitor of the Year Award.

We are proud that our partners include the current president of the law society and past presidents of the Birmingham, Kent and Manchester law societies, as well as presidents of the London, and The West London criminal law courts solicitor’s association.

We are looking to expand further in the Midlands and are currently seeking to recruit a Criminal Paralegal to join our team in Birmingham.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigating Crown Court files and providing expert advice to clients facing charges in the Crown Court.
• Representing own and duty solicitor clients at the police station.
• Manage a varied caseload involving general crime, including offences such as Burglary, Robbery, sexual offences, and fraud.
• Prepare legal arguments, brief counsel (in house an at chambers) and liaise with counsel on case progression and strategy.
• Draft legal documents, interview witnesses, and prepare case files to a high professional standard.
• Ensure all file handling is compliant with firm policies, LAA regulations, and SRA standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, and external agencies to progress cases efficiently.

Tuckers Solicitors is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

Tuckers Solicitors offers hybrid and flexible working, allowing members of our team to work from home when not needed in office or at court or police stations.