Trainee Solicitors & Paralegals

Hine Solicitors Limited; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hine Solicitors Limited invites candidates for a recognised training program. Trainees will rotate through Property, Family, Wills and Probate, Criminal, or Prison Law and gain hands-on experience across diverse legal areas. The firm supports the new SQE route with customised QWE, mirroring the established training quality.

Applicants should have a strong 2:2 degree, excellent communication, and teamwork skills. A full driving licence and ability to travel between offices are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:2 degree.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle responsibility and work under supervision.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake seats in Property, Family, Wills and Probate, Criminal, or Prison Law.
• For Criminal Law trainees, relevant accreditation scheme is required.
• Demonstrate a common-sense approach to legal matters.
• Take on responsibility from the outset under supervision.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the firm.

Skills

Strong academic performance

Excellent interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Ability to manage responsibilities

Education

Law degree with 2:2 minimum

Job description

We are an established law firm authorised by the SRA to offer Periods of Recognised Training following an LPC.

We provide a comprehensive training program tailored to suit the individual, offering seats in our Property, Family, Wills and Probate, Criminal, or Prison Law departments. If you are passionate about pursuing a legal career and wish to gain hands‑on experience across a variety of legal areas, this opportunity is perfect for you.

We also offer ‘Qualifying work experience’ for those seeking to qualify via the new SQE route that is to become the new centralised way to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales eventually replacing the Legal Practice Course (LPC). We continue to tailor the QWE in the same way as the Periods of Recognised Training to ensure the same high quality experience.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake seats in various departments, including Property, Family, Wills and Probate, Criminal, or Prison Law
• For trainees interested in Criminal Law, completion of the Police Station Representatives Accreditation Scheme is required
• Demonstrate a common-sense approach to legal matters
• Take on responsibility from the outset under full supervision
• Effectively manage assigned tasks and work collaboratively with colleagues
• Be an integral part of our team
• Contribute to the success of the firm and its continued growth

Requirements:

• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:2 degree
• Display a common-sense approach to legal issues
• Ability to handle responsibility and effectively manage tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Possess a full driving licence and own car
• Willingness to work from multiple office locations during the training period

At Hine Solicitors, we take pride in our high retention rate of trainees. Our goal is to cultivate talented individuals who will become exceptional solicitors and contribute to the continued success of our firm. We provide a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and offers exposure to a wide range of legal areas.

Geographically our 14 offices stretch from London, through the Thames Valley to Bristol, Gloucestershire and the Midlands.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.