Criminal Law Paralegal​/Legal Secretary

Position: Criminal Law Paralegal / Legal Secretary (Permanent)
My client is currently seeking a Criminal Law Paralegal / Legal Secretary to join their law firm in Leicester, Leicestershire.

We are working with a well-established law firm in Leicester who are seeking a Criminal Law Paralegal / Legal Secretary to join their busy and supportive criminal defence team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative or paralegal experience within criminal law who is looking to develop their career in a respected firm.

The role:

You will be providing dedicated support to the criminal defence team, assisting solicitors and fee earners with case management, client communication, and file preparation. Typical duties will include:

• Preparing and managing legal documents, forms and correspondence

• Liaising with clients, courts, barristers and external agencies

• Typing attendance notes, witness statements and other legal documentation

• Assisting with the preparation of case bundles for court hearings and trials

• Managing diaries, booking appointments and maintaining accurate records

• Supporting with billing, file opening and compliance procedures

About you:

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal secretary within criminal law would be good to have

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines

• Confident using case management systems and Microsoft Office

• A proactive, team-oriented approach

What’s on offer:

• Salary of £25,000 - £30,000 per annum

• Friendly, close-knit team environment

• Genuine scope for career progression and development within criminal law

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note:

Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful