Criminal Defence Paralegal

Zest Recruitment and Legal Consultancy have an excellent opportunity for a Criminal Defence Paralegal with a leading High Street Legal Practice based in Swansea, however travel between police stations, courts, and other offices will be required.

You will report to the head of the criminal department you will be responsible for the running of case files within the team. The role is full time Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm with on call duty solicitor rota.

Main duties include:

• You will be responsible for assisting the running of case files in the criminal department, dealing with clients, and taking instructions upon matters.
• Arranging opening of files and management of files, from obtaining funding and applying for legal aid where appropriate to instructions to counsel to trial.
• Instructing counsel and advising clients on the law, conduct of cases and likely outcome.

The ideal candidate will have previous paralegal experience, however recent law graduates will be considered.

A rewarding work environment, competitive salary and benefits package. This is a very exciting opportunity to develop your career and work with like-minded, supportive people.

For further information please contact the recruitment team or click apply for immediate consideration: