Criminal Paralegal

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago, valid for a day

Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 7BF

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A well-established law firm in Stratford upon Avon is seeking an experienced Criminal Paralegal to join their team, offering a salary range of £25,000 to £35,000.
The ideal candidate should have prior experience as a Criminal Paralegal or Assistant, demonstrating strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
The role involves supporting solicitors and partners with their caseloads, preparing criminal cases, and handling various paralegal tasks independently.
The firm provides a supportive working environment with 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays and additional competitive benefits.
Candidates should be self-motivated team players, capable of managing tasks under pressure, and committed to delivering high-quality customer service.

Criminal ParalegalStratford upon Avon - Hybrid£25,000 - £35,0000 A fantastic, established Stratford upon Avon firm, known to us as a client for many years are keen to add an experienced Paralegal to their already impressive Criminal team. The firm have a great reputation for dealing with high profile cases, whilst working normal office hours. Based in well-equipped offices in an impressive setting, close to commuter links, the Paralegal will benefit from working with a cohesive team of Assistants, Fee Earners and Partners to deliver a high quality of a full range of Paralegal Duties in Stratford upon Avon. Duties and responsibilities of the Paralegal in Family:

Supporting the Solicitors and Partners within the team with their caseload, but will also offer the opportunity to work independently on a number of varied tasks and matters in appropriate cases
Provide full paralegal support to the partners
Assisting in progressing client matters, including taking instructions
Reviewing evidence
Preparing criminal cases
Ad Hoc paralegal work

Skills Required:

Prior Criminal Paralegal / Assistant experience is essential
Competent in all IT applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Strong attention to detail and a clear communication style (both written and verbal)
Good time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a range of tasks
Commitment to good customer service
Good empathy skills and the ability to deal with a range of different personality types when working with clients and witnesses
Commitment to meeting or exceeding personal targets
Willing to listen and learn
Good team player with a willingness to assist colleagues
Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed and approachable
Ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure

The firm are offering 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a range of competitive benefits. If you are an experienced Paralegal, based in or near Stratford upon Avon, please get in touch for confidential consideration or send your CV to .

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