Trainee Solicitor

McGee McGee Agar Law Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

Job summary

FQPS Academy Ltd. in Middlesbrough invites applications for a Trainee Solicitor specialising in Criminal & Family Law. You will gain hands-on experience by working closely with experienced solicitors on a diverse caseload.

You will assist in case preparation, attend client meetings and court hearings, and draft legal documents while developing research and advocacy skills within a structured training contract.

Qualifications

• LLB or GDL required.
• LPC or equivalent completion.
• Police Station Representative Accreditation (or in progress).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Passion for Criminal Law.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in case preparation for criminal and family law matters.
• Attending client meetings and court hearings.
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Conducting legal research and case analysis.
• Supporting solicitors in trial preparation and advocacy.
• Managing client files and ensuring compliance with legal procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Research and analytical abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive and detail-oriented

Education

Law degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)

Solicitors' Training Course (LPC) or equivalent

Police Station Representative Accreditation (or in progress)

Job description

Trainee Solicitor – Criminal & Family Law

Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Full-time, Training Contract

Are you an aspiring solicitor with a passion for Criminal Law? We are a well-established law firm looking for a dedicated Trainee Solicitor to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, working closely with experienced solicitors on a diverse caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in case preparation for criminal and family law matters
• Attending client meetings and court hearings
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Conducting legal research and case analysis
• Supporting solicitors in trial preparation and advocacy
• Managing client files and ensuring compliance with legal procedures

Requirements:

• A Law degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)
• Completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or equivalent
• Police Station Representative Accreditation (or be in the process of obtaining the same)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent research and analytical abilities
• A proactive and detail‑oriented approach
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
• Passion for Criminal Law

What We Offer:

• A supportive and engaging work environment
• Hands‑on experience with real cases
• Mentorship from experienced solicitors
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Career progression opportunities

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career, we would love to hear from you!

Closing Date: 1st December 2026

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00 per year

• Company pension
• Free parking

Will this role count as your QWE, and who will confirm it?

Check it against the SRA’s questions in two minutes. If there is no COLP or solicitor where you work, the SRA lets a solicitor outside confirm it: an FQPS solicitor can, from £149.