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Application deadline: 28/11/2024Forbes Solicitors are looking for a Paralegal to join our Forbes Debt Recovery Team at our Walton Summit/Manchester&nbsp;Office. This is a full-time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at our Gordon House office in Walton Summit.This is a great opportunity for someone to start their career progress or progress in their current career and bring their experience and knowledge to join a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-pace, customer focus and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance. We act for a range of clients including national companies and public sector organisations.The role will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:<ul><li>Provide effective and efficient support to Advisors through chargeable (legal based) work that contributes to the delivery and completion of services for clients (e.g. sending letters before action, drafting particulars of claim, preparing requests for Judgment and enforcement applications, obtaining and reviewing evidence and statements, taking witness statements, preparing for court, collation of legal bundles).</li><li>Ensure timely and efficient day-to-day progress of matters, prioritising work, monitoring deadlines and actions needed and keeping clients informed.</li><li>Drafting and preparing legal documents that require further knowledge, consideration and input based on analysis and understanding of information gathered.</li><li>Providing legal advice, under the supervision of a qualified advisor, that resolves queries and advances clients’ instructions and cases.</li><li>Assessing and understanding client queries and file notes to identify actions and advice required and manage and guide the progression of a client file.</li><li>Attend external meetings and events including but not limited to hearings, court appearances, client meetings and networking events.</li><li>Maintain, monitor and update the appropriate systems and documents with client and case information, data and file notes.</li><li>Carry out and deliver accurate and up-to-date legal research.</li><li>Write original high-quality articles and reports for internal and external publication</li><li>Manage regular and up-to-date communications with clients and stakeholders, answering queries, managing expectations (including costs), providing updates and effectively chasing responses required and escalating appropriately.</li></ul>Organisation Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.Benefits We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:<ul><li>Competitive Salary;</li><li>33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;</li><li>Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&amp;Cs);</li><li>Celebration Leave;</li><li>Ongoing Training and Development;</li><li>Progression Opportunities;</li><li>Company Pension;</li><li>Service Awards;</li><li>Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);</li><li>BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents);</li><li>Other Employee Discounts;</li><li>Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&amp;C’s);</li><li>Annual Events.</li></ul>Applying If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors, please do head to our website to learn more about us.We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:<ul><li>hold CILEX qualification/Law Degree (or equivalent);</li><li>hold the LPC/SQE&nbsp;(desirable but not essential);</li><li>previous legal assistant/paralegal experience is desirable;</li><li>previous legal experience is desirable, ideally in legal debt recovery, however, training will be provided;</li><li>have a strong interest in long term development/progression in a litigation department;</li><li>demonstrate strong commercial awareness;</li><li>aligns with the Firms values;</li><li>have proven competence in their IT skills (Outlook, Word, and other systems experience);</li><li>have the ability to work as part of a team;</li><li>have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills;</li><li>have good communication skills, both written and verbal;</li><li>have the ability to touch type (desirable but not essential)</li></ul> Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.We kindly remind all recruitment agencies to respect our policy which prohibits the acceptance of speculative CVs, and not submit candidates&nbsp;for a role that we advertise, unless explicitly instructed to do so.&nbsp; Any candidates that are submitted on a speculative basis will not be considered an introduction. Our dedication to this process is part of our commitment to equal opportunities for all applicants.

Paralegal - Debt Recovery - Forbes Solicitors

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possible.Company description Wendy Hopkins Family Law Practice was established in 1996 and was Wales’ first specialist family law firm. For over 28 years the firm has continued to grow and offer a comprehensive range of family law services. The firm is award-winning and is recognised as the leading firm for family law in Wales with one of the largest teams in the UK.Location: Cardiff, CF10 3BY Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Hours of work: 37.5 Hours per week – Monday-Friday – Office basedTasks<ul><li>All aspects of family law fee earning including:&nbsp;</li><li>attending Court with Counsel</li><li>preparing bundles for Court</li><li>drafting emails and letters to clients and third parties</li><li>telephone calls, drafting documents and providing general assistance to the solicitors within the firm as required on their cases.&nbsp;</li><li>All work supervised by qualified solicitors.</li></ul>Experience Ideal candidates will have experience as a Paralegal or a similar legal role.Qualification Candidates must have completed a law degree.To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to: <a href="mailto:marketing@wendyhopkins.co.uk" target="_blank">marketing@wendyhopkins.co.uk</a>

Paralegal - Family Law - Wendy Hopkins Family Law Practice

Application deadline: 31 December 2024We are recruiting for a Assistant Paralegal or Paralegal to join our Financial Services Disputes and Investigations (FSDI) team in Birmingham. Our FSDI team are one of the largest providers of legal services to the financial services sector in the UK, with over 300 dedicated financial services lawyers across our UK network of offices. Our relationships within the sector includes many of the UK's largest clearing banks, building societies, international banks, specialist lenders, merchant services and payment gateway providers.Your RoleAs a Paralegal you will be responsible for the following;&nbsp;<ul><li>Junior fee earning case work including being responsible for your own cases, under supervision.</li><li>Investigating and analysing claims, preparing draft advices.</li><li>Assisting solicitors with preparing trial bundles.</li><li>Instructing experts and carrying out Initial review of expert reports</li><li>Drafting correspondence</li><li>Reviewing discovery documents received from other parties</li><li>Managing key dates</li><li>Assisting with recording, reporting on and analysing Management Information</li><li>Assisting with billing</li></ul>Your Skills and Experience<ul><li>Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)&nbsp;</li><li>Accuracy, good organisational skills and flexibility</li><li>Good knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel, PowerPoint, interwoven would be beneficial</li><li>Desirable, but not essential, are proficient Excel skills (with basic and vlookup formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts &amp; managing large spreadsheets) and the ability to export data to other spreadsheets and charts efficiently, whilst also being able to put together easy-to-read analysis</li></ul>Your TeamTLT has one of the largest dedicated Financial Services Disputes practices in the UK, with partner led teams in all jurisdictions. We act for a range of financial institutions including large UK banks, international banks, challenger banks and fintechs, giving commercial and practical advice to resolve disputes.&nbsp;We advise across the whole spectrum of contentious issues associated with commercial, business and consumer finance, including dispute resolution, pre-litigation management and Alternative Dispute Resolution.About TLTFast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people.We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,200 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. In 2021 we were named The Lawyer’s Law Firm of the Year, recognising our incredible success story.Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for what comes next and it’s essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and our communities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute.&nbsp;Our BenefitsWe value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You’ll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance.&nbsp;At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people.TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of any of the characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate.&nbsp;We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, require any reasonable adjustments or an application to Access to work please contact the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:HR-Recruitment@TLTsolicitors.com" target="_blank">HR-Recruitment@TLTsolicitors.com</a>&nbsp;

Paralegal - Financial Services Disputes and Investigations (FSDI) - TLT

Application deadline: Tuesday, 26 November at 23:59At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Grand Prix winner George Russell.Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.About the Role:The Legal Industrial Placement is the ultimate opportunity to kick start your legal career by gaining valuable hands-on experience in a very exciting and fast-paced sector. The Legal Team strive to provide a first-class legal service which adds value to the business, assisting it to perform at its optimum both on and off the track.The remit of the Legal Team is wide and covers many areas of law including commercial contracts, regulatory, intellectual property, data protection, compliance, property and employment. The Legal Team takes a pragmatic approach to legal challenges and fosters strong relationships with stakeholders through open communication. Proactivity and innovation are integral to Legal Team’s ability to stretch to the ever-diversifying needs of the business.The successful candidate will support the Legal Team with legal and administrative tasks to contribute to reaching their goals and those of the wider business.Successful candidates will have:<ul><li>At least one year left on your studies at the time of taking up the placement in July 2025 and studying towards a law degree or PgDL in law;</li><li>Prior experience of working in an office environment (preferably in a legal context) and good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word;</li><li>Excellent attention to detail;</li><li>Strong organisational skills;</li><li>Proven team player;</li><li>Ability to take on feedback and improve;</li><li>Positive ‘can do’ attitude;</li><li>Willingness to go ‘above and beyond’; and</li><li>Innovative mindset.</li></ul>It does not matter whether you already have an interest in motorsport, or not: we are looking for candidates who are passionate about reaching their full potential and are excited about constantly learning. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find your placement with us a memorable and enriching experience.We are looking for a driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and a proven, demonstrable track record of working successfully within a high performing team. The Legal Team requires someone who is resilient, solution orientated, calm when working under pressure (especially within tight timescales), has excellent attention to detail and is extremely well organised. &nbsp;Skills you could gain from your placement include:Under the supervision of the members of the Legal Team, you pick up legal and administrative tasks to increase overall capacity and the assist the smooth functioning of the Legal Team. In particular, you will gain experience of working across the following topics:<ul><li>confidentiality agreements;</li><li>queries and negotiations relating to standard purchasing terms and conditions;</li><li>academic collaboration agreements;</li><li>travel-related agreements;</li><li>consultancy agreements;</li><li>brand protection matters;</li><li>compliance matters (including data protection);</li><li>research in topical areas and summarising the same in an easily digestible format;</li><li>developing educational legal resources for the business;</li><li>assisting with the administration, maintenance and development of the Legal Team precedent contracts and other related documentation;</li><li>proof-reading; and</li><li>detecting opportunities for process improvement and innovation.</li></ul>Benefits:Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including, private medical cover, annual heath assessments, life assurance, free onsite gym and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.Why us:At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack.Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the best and most talented individuals.Your Application:We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.Online Testing:As part of the application process, you will be required to complete the following tests (if you have not completed them within the last 6 months)<ul><li>Psychometric Testing: Factors</li><li>Psychometric Testing: Logiks</li></ul>All assessments in the recruitment process are in English: this is the primary language used within the organisation and you need a good level of written and spoken English in the Industrial Placement role.As an inclusive organisation keen to attract the best talent, we welcome international applications and will support visa sponsorship where possible. &nbsp;For this role you will need to be in a position to self-fund candidate costs of the visa process which are typically in the region of £3,000.Information &nbsp;on starting salaries will be discussed during the application process.For more information about internships, <a href="https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/careers/industrial-placements" target="_blank">visit our early careers page</a>. &nbsp;

University placement year legal internship - in-house - Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team

Closing date: not statedBhatia Best are a leading firm based in the East Midlands who specialise in Criminal Defence, Family Law, Personal Injury, Public Law and Community Care.We have an exciting opportunity for Paralegal to join our busy Criminal Defence Department at our Derby office.Job Specification:<ul><li>Advise and represent clients.</li><li>Maintain efficiency and profitability of the Department.</li><li>Progress with a view to securing a Training Contract.</li><li>Undertake fee earning responsibilities to support principal caseworkers.</li></ul>Duties &amp; Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support senior caseworkers in progression and management of case files.</li><li>Attain Police Station Accreditation.</li><li>Act as fee earner undertaking tasks delegated by senior caseworkers.</li><li>Undertake legal research and drafting of proformas, court documents as necessary.</li><li>Comply with SQM (Specialist Quality Mark) and all internal transaction criteria and procedures.</li><li>Assist and participate with training initiatives taken by the firm.</li><li>Act as “next friend” and promote training initiatives of new recruits and promoted staff.</li><li>Comply with the firm’s Office Manual.</li><li>Maintain client confidentiality and legal professional privilege.</li><li>Actively promote (PR function) office relations with clients, their families, and possible new clients.</li></ul>Personal Specification:SKILLS: &nbsp;<ul><li>Confident demeanour.</li><li>Good oral and written communication.</li><li>Grasp of legal procedures, court protocol and rules of evidence.</li><li>Ability to record meticulously.</li><li>Ability to attract clients and referrals.</li><li>Cost awareness and meticulous ability to record &amp; document.</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE:<ul><li>Law graduate and with successful completion/working towards LPC or SQE qualification.</li><li>Police Station Accreditation desirable.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE:&nbsp;<ul><li>No prior experience envisaged.</li><li>Initial step into private practice.</li><li>Work within practice, industry supplemental to academic training.</li><li>Computer or IT familiarity.</li><li>Dealing with the public.</li></ul>Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 until 17:30 with one hour for lunch.Previous Applicants Need Not Apply.

Paralegal - Crime - Bhatia Best

Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 25th November 2024It is really important to visit a Magistrates' court prior to submitting your application in order to better familiarise yourself with the role and the work of a legal adviser in Magistrates’ Court.You must declare any previous or pending prosecutions or convictions, including those considered “spent” under this Act. You are also required to declare any cautions or bind-overs (parking offences and congestion charge fines are not required). A criminal record does not necessarily mean you will fail vetting; each case is considered on an individual basis and all relevant convictions are taken into account. If you are uncertain about whether the incident is relevant, please declare it, rather than leaving it out.Part time requests may be accommodated depending on business needs with the expectation of the successful candidate working at least 3 days a week.Trainee Legal AdviserThe role of the legal adviser is vital to the smooth running of HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and is a highly rewarding position within our organisation. You’ll be surrounded by learning opportunities every day, so if you have a passion for law, this could be the right role for you.You’re an excellent communicator with the ability to inspire confidence in everyone you work with and the self-assurance to speak in court.&nbsp; You’ve passed the academic stage of qualification to become a barrister or solicitor in England or Wales, or you’re a graduate member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. You’re enthusiastic about the responsibility that comes with being on the front line of the justice system. And now you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a positive difference to society and the communities we live in.Our work at HMCTS is vitally important to the smooth running of a fair, accessible and efficient justice system, as we are responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales. Right now, we’re looking for trainee legal advisers to join our exceptional legal team and develop the skills to provide magistrates with advice on points of law, practice and procedure, and assist with the formulation and drafting of the reasons behind their judgments.Learn new legal skills as you develop your careerWhen you join us as a trainee legal adviser, you’ll quickly discover that this isn’t your normal 9 to 5 role, as no two days are the same. You’ll learn new skills every day as you work at pace in a fast-moving, fluid environment, and help to keep the courts running smoothly and efficiently. Working on everything from minor motoring offences to serious crimes, you’ll be supported and mentored throughout your two-year training period. Once you’ve completed this, you’ll then have the opportunity to further develop your legal career within HMCTS.&nbsp;Work as the qualified, professional face of the courtsRather than acting for a client you’ll be offering impartial and objective legal advice, so you’ll need to be passionate about the law and the issues that must be considered when magistrates are delivering judgments and sentences.Helping to conduct case management hearings will be another key part of your role, as will liaising with outside agencies who are involved in specialist court work. Once you’re qualified, you’ll act as the professional face of the court, so we’ll expect you to work with integrity, empathy and understanding, and ensure that everyone who attends is treated with humanity and respect at all times.Apply all your skills as you increase your knowledge of the lawIn addition to your academic qualifications and excellent communication skills, you’ll be committed to increasing and maintaining your knowledge of the law. Open, approachable, professional and supportive, we’ll expect you to have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet in a busy court. Important decisions will be made, and these can have a profound effect on the people who come to court, so you’ll be confident, impartial and capable of considering a wide range of risks and implications. Flexible and adaptable, and with a high degree of personal responsibility, there are times when you’ll be faced with challenging situations. With this in mind you’ll be resilient and remain calm under pressure and have a diplomatic and tactful approach to everyone you work with.Magistrates’ Courts deal with approximately 95% of criminal cases, 70% of civil cases, and 60% of family cases. Dealing with cases justly and speedily, and in ways that meet the needs of our court users, is at the heart of what we do.&nbsp; When you have qualified as a legal adviser you will be pivotal to the smooth running of the court. &nbsp;Magistrates are unqualified and voluntary members of the judiciary drawn from the local community, sit on a voluntary basis and do not have a legal background. The legal adviser facilitates the business of the court by providing advice on law, practice and procedure in an open court and by assisting magistrates in formulating and drafting of their reasons.As a Trainee legal adviser, you will be assigned to either the adult or family jurisdiction. You will commence a training programme designed to enable you to act as legal adviser to the magistrates and District Judge (magistrates’ Court) in accordance with legislation and the Criminal and Family Practice Directions.&nbsp; Initially you begin your training by observing an experienced legal adviser and then move on to speaking independently in court with responsibility for ensuring legal procedures are properly followed.&nbsp; You will develop the skills to facilitate the business of the court and gain confidence in giving accurate legal advice to the magistrates in open court to ensure all cases are dealt with justly.Legal advisers must be able to deal with the pace and multi-layered challenges of a busy court case list with ever changing priorities and time pressures; able to research law in a live environment where required.&nbsp; As a legal adviser you will be part of a wider team of legal advisers; locally, regionally and nationally. In the day-to-day role, legal advisers need to make independent and accountable decisions, whilst working autonomously and confidently. Legal advisers must be able to communicate clearly to a wider audience while managing a courtroom in a fast-paced environment.&nbsp; Your ability to be flexible in approach and adapt to different situations quickly and effectively is a key skill for this role.Key legal adviser responsibilities<ul><li>Building and maintaining effective working relationships with magistrates:</li><li>Advising the magistrates on law, practice and procedure and assisting with the drafting of their reasons</li><li>Facilitating a structured decision-making process based on knowledge of appropriate techniques, manuals, guidelines and current statutory and case law developments.</li><li>Working in partnership with magistrates both in and out of court and demonstrating a recognition and understanding of local practices, procedures, policies, current issues, and relevant training opportunities.</li><li>Facilitating the business of the Court:</li><li>Preparing, planning and the execution of activities to enable court/direction hearings, courtroom activity and the wider activities that progress the business of the court, including provision of advice and written legal documentation</li><li>Providing professional advice and documentation both in and out of court</li><li>Planning, conducting and concluding case management hearings effectively, when sitting with or without a bench of magistrates</li><li>Applying specialist knowledge and skills both in and out of court as well as with administration teams and in related meetings</li><li>Supporting the work of the court through contact with Panel/Committee members during meetings, on a one-to-one basis and at training/development sessions and by liaising with the relevant agencies involved in specialist court and Committee work.</li><li>Competent in the use of IT systems including online digital legal resources.</li><li>Accurately recording and resulting the outcome of cases/hearings using the Courts’ digital system. Advising and working with staff:</li><li>Working in partnership with other staff, using knowledge of relevant protocols, procedures, processes and constraints</li><li>Carrying out administrative duties using local scheduling, listing and case management protocols, within statutory and non-statutory time limits.</li><li>Providing legal advice and guidance to administrative staff</li></ul>Other key accountabilities:&nbsp;Customer service and standards<ul><li>Promotes user focused activity and standards – has strong written and interpersonal skills utilising principles of Human Voice of Justice</li><li>Contributes to on maintaining standards of service and identifies areas for improvement – takes forward solutions using ‘continuous improvement’ techniques.</li><li>Management of complaints and services failures, and competent in use of associated software application.</li></ul>Decision-Making:&nbsp;The ability to advise on and make objective and impartial decisions is an important part of a legal adviser’s role. Sometimes those decisions will involve complex issues and competing interests and as a legal adviser you will need to not only be able to make sound decisions but be able to give clear reasons for any decision.Decisions involving the law will require sound legal research, using online resources, and the ability to quickly assimilate legislation and case law and to apply it confidently to the situation being considered.&nbsp; You will also be required to prioritise and progress work efficiently taking account of the needs of those interested in the case.Knowledge, Skills and experience required;To be eligible to apply for this post, you must have passed the academic stage of qualification to become a barrister in England and Wales, or a solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales, or a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) or CILEX Lawyer by virtue of;(i) having passed the necessary examinations; (example of which are listed below)(ii) having been granted an exemption in relation to the necessary examinations (example of which are listed below) by the appropriate examining body; or(iii) any combination of the two.By way of example, the following list reflects the currently approved academic qualification routes. If you remain unsure whether your qualifications make you eligible, please email <a href="mailto:HQLegal@justice.gov.uk" target="_blank">HQLegal@justice.gov.uk</a> for clarification:<ul><li>The Legal Practice Course (LPC) for Solicitors, or BOTH the SQE1 and SQE2 stages of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam; or</li><li>The Bar Training Course; or equivalent for Barristers; or</li><li>The CILEx Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice and the CILEx Level 6 Diploma in Law and Practice; or</li><li>The CILEx Graduate Fast Track Diploma; or equivalent for Graduate Membership of CILEx. &nbsp;</li></ul>You can apply for this role whilst you are completing the final academic stage of qualification but must be able to evidence your final certification at the point of an offer being made, to be able to proceed to appointment.&nbsp; If you are unable to evidence the correct certification at the point of offer, you will be removed from the process.TrainingHMCTS delivers a bespoke training programme for trainee legal advisers to develop the skills, and knowledge for the legal adviser role. The training is delivered through a variety of methods, and you will be supported by an allocated mentor to guide them throughout the Induction and Training Programme.You will be required to attend a two-day Induction Programme run by the Judicial College which is followed by supplementary training in the workplace and the completion of modules contained in the Judicial College’s legal adviser Manual. This learning will be enhanced by relevant court observations and additional local and regional training events with peers.Participation in this programme will require regular contact with not only the mentor but also your Line Manager who will set performance objectives to facilitate and monitor your progress. You will be expected to achieve those objectives by managing your day-to-day performance with a view to attaining and maintaining the trainee legal adviser baseline competences and maintaining their own continuing professional development requirements. &nbsp;You will be expected to collate evidence for Judicial College assignments and against each necessary competence, behaviour, ability and milestone in a portfolio of evidence.Having successfully completed the legal adviser Induction and training programme it is expected that you will be able to act as a legal adviser in adult criminal and/or civil courts, and/or youth criminal and civil courts and/or Family Court without supervision.The role of a legal adviser also includes various other additional responsibilities outside of the court room environment. Some of these responsibilities include;<ul><li>Prepare for their courts, research legal issues, support the case progression function, deal with enquiries and participate in other team administrative duties as directed by their Legal Team Manager.</li><li>During your training, you will be expected to result (record) the decisions made by the Magistrates on a digital platform and ensure all legal forms are completed correctly.</li><li>To be proactive in building a constructive Mentor/mentee relationship</li><li>Keep learning logs/records and adhere to any requirements of the professional bodies where relevant.</li><li>Use study days appropriately maximise opportunity.</li><li>Enrol and complete the relevant mandatory courses e.g., Corporate Induction Crime/Family, legal adviser Consolidation Training</li><li>Undertake and complete the Judicial College Study pack.</li></ul>The two-year training period covers the following elements:Legal study – The Judicial College training programme together with HMCTS workplace learning and experience provides the essential legal training for Trainee legal advisers and is designed to take approximately twelve to eighteen months to complete.&nbsp; Following that Trainee legal advisers will continue to develop their legal knowledge and skills within HMCTS.Skills development – it is expected that a Trainee legal adviser will develop their skills across a range of courts or hearing types during the period of legal study and over the following six to twelve months.Qualifying as a tier 1 legal adviser – Most Trainee legal advisers will take two years to complete their legal study and develop sufficient professional skills across a range of court types to evidence the expectations of a tier 1 legal adviser.Career Development&nbsp;Upon successful completion of the full training and submission of your training portfolio, a Trainee legal adviser will then progress to an SEO Tier 1 legal adviser role (with the associated increase in pay).As a Tier 1 legal adviser you will continue to grow your skills and develop a portfolio for assessment for progression to tier 2 (in line with the HMCTS legal adviser Tier Progression Framework). Tier 2 legal advisers are expected to be demonstrate a high level of legal professionalism and will use those skills outside of the courtroom for the wider benefit of their team and HMCTS. The Tier 2 role provides the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and skills in a recognised legal practice area together with the full range of associated delegated powers. Tier 2 legal advisers play an important role in ensuring effective case management and managing complex cases.The Tier 2 role also provides an opportunity for career development in other areas such as management and leadership, mentoring and training, customer service and organisational delivery.Tier 2 legal advisers play an important role in mentoring other staff whether trainee legal advisers, legal advisers in training, (now known as legal advisers qualified entrants) apprentices and other legal advisers who are in the process of developing their skills through the career structure.Tier 2 legal advisers can develop their careers within HMCTS through opportunities to apply for Legal Team Manager roles or within the wider Civil Service.Secondments&nbsp;Within the legal adviser Career Structure, legal advisers will have the opportunity to apply for and be considered for legal and non-legal secondments within the wider departments of HMCTS, MOJ and other Government Agencies.Judicial Appointment&nbsp;A Tier 2 legal adviser will find the knowledge and skills gained within the role particularly relevant to any aspirations for judicial appointment.&nbsp; HMCTS is supportive of applications for judicial appointment and a number of legal advisers within HMCTS sit as fee paid judiciary in tribunals, county courts and magistrates’ courts.Base&nbsp;You will be offered a post at a base courthouse that can oversee the training programme.&nbsp; In many areas legal teams work across a number of courthouses and a reasonable amount of travel can be expected.The training programme takes up to two years to complete and it is expected that the programme will be completed within the base location.&nbsp; Save in exceptional circumstances, the postholder should not apply to transfer to another area during the period of the training programme.Working HoursA trainee legal adviser will be contracted to work 37 hours excluding lunch breaks.A successful candidate once in post will be required to work those hours over five days, including Saturdays and Public Holidays.This job description is a guide to the principal current duties of the post. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the post and you may be required to undertake any other duties from time that are commensurate with the seniority and nature of the post.Place of work and mobilityYou will be allocated to your work base location that has been agreed between yourself and line manager as part of the recruitment process. This will also be confirmed in the formal contract that you receive.Your place of work as set out in your contract, relates to your base location for the duration and purposes of training. You will be expected to spend the duration of your training at your agreed base location to fulfil the demands of the training and the business needs in that location.On completion of training, you will be allocated a base by the Head of Legal Operations and this decision will be based upon business demand and requirements.

Trainee Legal Advisor - Crime - HM Courts & Tribunal Service

Closing Date:&nbsp; Sunday 24 November at 11:59pm&nbsp;&nbsp;2 x Trainee Solicitors, Fixed Term Contract, Full time 36hrs per week.&nbsp;Croydon is a distinctive and diverse place and is London’s most populated borough. Croydon is transforming building a positive future for staff, residents and businesses alike.We are passionate about the value of public services and our residents are at the heart of what we do. Bernard Weatherill House, which is Croydon’s head office, brings together 75 services including Met Police, NHS, Jobcentre Plus, Croydon Credit Union and Citizens Advice Bureau under one roof, allowing us all to work together as one team.This makes now an exciting time to join our team delivering vital services to over 360,000 residents.Croydon is the commercial and social focal point of the South East with a growing profile, expansive and diverse business interests and a wealth of skilled staff.Would you like to join our dynamic, highly regarded and supportive legal services team, committed to excellent standards of service delivery, providing comprehensive legal advice covering a range of interesting and diverse issues?You will need the following essential qualifications and experience:<ul><li>achievement of a minimum 2:1 degree classification</li><li>successful completion of Law Society Legal Practice Course</li><li>experience in a legal environment.</li></ul>The interview process will involve two stages:1) an assessment; if shortlisted2) a presentation and interview.For a detailed role description, click Apply to be taken to the Council's job role site.Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced barring DBS check.

Training Contract x 2 - in-house - 2025 - Croydon Council

Deadline: not statedOsbornes Law is an award-winning London law firm with a reputation for excellence. The firm was established in Camden in 1973, and since then has grown to around 187 lawyers and staff, with offices in Camden and Hampstead.The role involves assisting senior members of the Family Department with the handling of their caseloads including International Children Work:&nbsp;<ul><li>preparing court bundles</li><li>drafting letters</li><li>drafting instructions to Counsel</li><li>any other pleadings in respect of a family case and attending at court hearings</li><li>typing all of your own correspondence and documents.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>excellent IT skills</li><li>a positive attitude</li><li>bring flexibility to their work</li><li>provide a high level of support.</li></ul>Please apply with covering letter and CV to <a href="mailto:sandra.hillard@osborneslaw.com" target="_blank">sandra.hillard@osborneslaw.com</a>

Paralegal - Family Law - Osbornes Law

APPLICATIONS LISTED FOR 2025We offer a limited number of placements each year. Please contact Rowan Wakefield-Lynch <a href="mailto:rowan.wakefieldlynch@osborneslaw.com" target="_blank">rowan.wakefieldlynch@osborneslaw.com</a> with your CV and a covering letter.Closing date for applications to be sent to <a href="mailto:rowan.wakefieldlynch@osborneslaw.com" target="_blank">rowan.wakefieldlynch@osborneslaw.com</a> is 31st March 2025.You will receive varied hands-on experience during your time at Osbornes Law. You are likely to attend court hearings, sit in on client interviews, conduct research, as well as general administrative duties.Working within a department, supervised by a partner or senior solicitor, will enhance your legal and practical skills. You will be very much a team player. Placements are within the Family Department.What we expect from you:<ul><li>Minimum 3 Bs at A level</li><li>Undergraduates must be studying for a Law Degree</li><li>Post graduates will be considered if you are studying for a General Diploma in Law (GDL) or LPC</li><li>Enthusiasm and Flexibility</li></ul>

Work experience (unpaid) - Osbornes Law

Closing Date : 17 December 2024 12:00 pmBolt Burdon Kemp LLP is a leading London law firm representing individuals who have been seriously injured. Through litigation, we help our clients secure the compensation they need to live their best lives, however altered their circumstances. We put our clients at the centre of everything we do and help them fight for justice every step of the way. We are passionate about getting the best results, providing exemplary client care, whilst striving to change the law for the better with every case.&nbsp;We are committed to making Bolt Burdon Kemp LLP the best place to work for everyone. Our people are not only leading solicitors handling complex and challenging multi-track work, but they are also extraordinary individuals and we take great care to nurture and support their growth within a learning culture.Job DescriptionDue to ongoing growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a paralegal to join our specialist Military Claims team.You will assist with:<ul><li>a caseload of complex and challenging multi track clinical negligence and personal injury claims;</li><li>legal research; and</li><li>marketing campaigns.</li></ul>You will ideally:<ul><li>have a 2:1 degree or higher;</li><li>have a strong interest and passion in progressing your legal career within the fields of personal injury and clinical negligence;</li><li>have some previous relevant litigation or legal experience (this will be advantageous but not essential);</li><li>be hard working, energetic and sociable, with excellent IT, administrative and research skills.</li></ul>In return, we give all our staff the opportunity to excel in their chosen field by providing training, support, supervision and responsibility to match experience. Our working environment is demanding but friendly and very flexible.&nbsp;It is our policy to select the firm’s trainee solicitors from internal applicants only, based on suitability and business needs.BBK is passionate about employing the best people to join their team. We want all our candidates to feel comfortable during the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please make us aware at application stage.ApplyIf you are interested in the role, you must provide a CV and Covering Letter and submit this using our online application form.

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