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Crime Paralegal
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 24,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Crime Paralegal (Open to Trainee Solicitors and NQ Solicitors)
Overview:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Crime Paralegal to join a busy public sector litigation team. This is a varied role covering case preparation, court document drafting, liaison with key stakeholders, and assisting solicitors across a wide range of matters. The position is also open to applications from Trainee Solicitors or recently qualified Solicitors seeking to broaden their litigation experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Support solicitors with the preparation and progression of cases, ensuring compliance with all court rules, directions, and deadlines.
Draft and proofread legal documents, including applications, witness statements, case management orders, and correspondence.
Arrange and coordinate services such as DNA/drug/alcohol testing, interpreters, translations, expert reports, and disclosure.
Prepare and paginate court bundles and manage case files from initial instruction to conclusion.
Liaise with counsel, court staff, expert witnesses, and other external agencies to progress matters efficiently.
Attend hearings, conferences, and meetings to take detailed notes and assist with follow-up actions.
Conduct legal research to support litigation, policy work, and governance matters.
Provide administrative and organisational support to the wider legal and compliance team.
Skills & Experience:
Experience in a legal environment, ideally with exposure to litigation, criminal law, or public sector legal work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal case management systems.
A methodical and accurate approach to work.
Benefits:
6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.
Full-time, office-based role (hybrid not offered due to being out of office at court etc).
If this role is of interested please get in touch with Steph at Simpson JudgeBefore You Apply
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