An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and well organised Paralegal to join our friendly, well established and approachable Criminal Law team in Evesham.
Responsibilities include:
- Dealing with new enquiries, initiating and completing the setup of new matters, to include all onboarding and due diligent processes, such as identification verification and complying with anti-money laundering regulations.
- Organising, e-filing and scanning documents into our Case Management System whilst also maintaining the paper files with accuracy and efficiency.
- Opening and archiving all paper and electronic files.
- Dealing with routine client correspondence and queries.
- Attending to clients both in person and on the telephone in a confident manner with excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating a high level of customer care.
- Dealing with third party agencies, to include Counsel, Courts, Experts and other solicitors.
- Ensuring the confidentiality of the client and firm’s information and documentation at all times.
- Fully conversant with Word, Outlook and Excel with experience of working with electronic Case Management Systems.
- Supporting the general administration within the Criminal Law Team and Evesham office.
- Attending Court and Prisons
- Preparing case files and specific case documents
- Advocacy in certain areas
Requirements for this role include:
- At least 2 years’ experience working in a Criminal Law environment
- Working knowledge of Criminal Law and money laundering obligations although training will be provided
- Familiarity with electronic search databases
- An ability to deal with sensitive issues in a supportive manner
- Being familiar with developments in the criminal law
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Details:
- Hours: Monday to Friday - 9:00 to 5:15 (on site)
- Attractive salary dependent on experience
- 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Christmas closure week
- Holiday bonus scheme(ability earn additional leave)
Working on a fixed fee where possible or a tight cost estimate if not, our pricing structure means that your outlay is controlled from the outset.
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