Paralegal – Crime

Ison Harrison Solicitors, the Yorkshire Law Firm, employs approximately 450 people across 24 offices.

We are 100% employee-owned, so each employee has a part to play in shaping the future of the firm. Employee-ownership also means that profit share payments are distributed, tax-free, to employees with 12+ months’ service at the end of our financial year. Employees are encouraged to Join in, Influence and Benefit.

Please see our Benefits page for details of our profit share scheme and other Employee Benefits.

Our values are: 100%;
Responsible;
Supportive;
Adaptable;
Open & Transparent;
Progressive;
Community and Authentic. These values are at the heart of everything we do, when dealing with both clients and colleagues.

We have an exciting vacancy for a Paralegal to join our dedicated Crime team on a full or part-time basis at our head office in Leeds city centre. Our ideal candidate will have excellent client care skills, work well under pressure and have experience of working in a similar role.

The role involves administrative tasks, supporting solicitors and fee earners directly with clients and with the preparation and presentation of cases in both the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about developing their career in criminal defence work.

• Providing support to fee earners, solicitors and partners.
• Running a case load of client matters under supervision where appropriate.
• Dealing with matters at all stages, from taking the client’s initial instructions through to archiving, in accordance with office and accounts procedures
• Liaising with clients and other parties on behalf of fee earners and dealing with enquiries as appropriate.
• Obtaining and preparing file documentation.
• Billing files and obtaining monies due to the firm from the clients, the Legal Aid Agency and other parties.

• Ability to present and argue a case orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with technical details and to express solutions to complex legal problems in a concise and customer-friendly way.
• Ability to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of each team.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• A flexible, ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team.
• Professional yet approachable communication and client care.
• Excellent written and spoken communication to produce documents for the clients, court and other parties.
• A natural ambassador for the firm.
• Flexibility with travel to court to assist fee earners if required.

• 1+ years Previous experience in a similar role.

The salary for this role will be competitive and based on experience, therefore please indicate your current salary and expectations for this position.

Duke House, Leeds City Centre, Wellington Street, LS1 2EE

Ison Harrison is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds other than the ability to carry out the job specification.

* No agencies please*