Paralegal – Criminal Motor Defence

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Represent drivers at police stations who are being investigated for serious and fatal road traffic offences.

• Accompany counsel to Magistrates' Court and Crown Court to support both counsel and clients during criminal proceedings.

• Attend coroner's court alongside counsel for inquests related to fatal road traffic incidents.

• Evaluate and provide advice on evidence.

• Participate in police interviews.

• Prepare briefs for counsel.

• Report findings to insurer clients.

• Conduct witness interviews and draft statements from witnesses.

• Oversee the financial management of your caseload, ensuring regular billing.

• Strive to meet productivity, fee income, and client KPI targets.

• Manage a diverse workload in alignment with client protocols.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients.

• Adhere to the firm's billing and credit-control procedures.

• Foster awareness of the firm's additional services and cultivate both internal and external networks.

• Stay informed about the firm's strategies and objectives.

• Enhance and maintain technical expertise while managing confidential information in compliance with data-security protocols.

⛳️ Requirements

• A skilled and experienced lawyer.

• Police station accredited.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in criminal litigation.

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage appropriately and sensitively with drivers involved in serious and fatal road traffic incidents.

• Capable of meeting and surpassing budgetary expectations regarding both time and fee income.

• Proactive and dynamic with a determined approach to identifying and resolving issues.

• Willingness to work outside of regular hours as necessary for police station attendance.

• Ability to achieve productivity and fee income targets, client Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and adhere to stringent quality standards.

• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to sharing knowledge and working with colleagues of varying experience across different locations and practice groups.

• Must possess a full driving licence and be open to travel.

• Alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles: Clear, Creative, Determined, and Supportive.

🏝️ Benefits

• High levels of flexibility and an excellent work-life balance.

• A comprehensive remuneration package that includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance, and discounted gym membership.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement, including funding for professional development.

• Both in-person and remote social events.

• Chance to engage in various Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

• A diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace culture.