Paralegal – Criminal

Criminal Law Paralegal
Location: London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
An opportunity has arisen for a motivated Criminal Law Paralegal to join a specialist criminal defence team. The successful candidate will assist solicitors with a varied caseload, including serious criminal offences, fraud, financial crime and complex criminal investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with the management of criminal defence cases.
• Preparing legal documents, court bundles and case files.
• Reviewing prosecution evidence, witness statements and disclosure material.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, police stations and courts.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries.
• Supporting solicitors with Magistrates' Court and Crown Court proceedings.
• Maintaining accurate case records and monitoring deadlines.

Requirements

• Previous experience in criminal law is desirable.
• Law degree, LPC, SQE or equivalent legal qualification preferred.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• A genuine interest in criminal defence.

What We Offer

• Exposure to complex and interesting criminal cases.
• Professional development and training.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• A supportive working environment.
• Hybrid working