Criminal Defence Paralegal – Derby | Training Contract Path

Bhatia Best Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in the East Midlands is seeking a Paralegal to join their busy Criminal Defence Department in Derby. The role involves advising and representing clients, managing case files, and supporting senior caseworkers. Applicants should be law graduates or working towards LPC/SQE qualifications, confident communicators with a grasp of legal procedures. This position offers a great opportunity to start a career in private practice. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 until 17:30.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication abilities and a grasp of legal procedures.
• Law graduate or working towards LPC/SQE qualification is necessary.
• No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients.
• Support senior caseworkers in managing case files.
• Undertake legal research and draft court documents.

Skills

Confident demeanour

Good oral and written communication

Grasp of legal procedures

Cost awareness

Education

Law graduate or working towards LPC/SQE

Job description

A legal firm in the East Midlands is seeking a Paralegal to join their busy Criminal Defence Department in Derby. The role involves advising and representing clients, managing case files, and supporting senior caseworkers. Applicants should be law graduates or working towards LPC/SQE qualifications, confident communicators with a grasp of legal procedures. This position offers a great opportunity to start a career in private practice. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 until 17:30.