Job Description

About Us

Tuckers Solicitors are a leading Legal Aid and Private Client criminal defence firm with a history dating back to 1984. Our nationwide team of expert lawyers provides high-quality legal representation, successfully defending clients across a full range of criminal offences.

We are recognised by Chambers, The Legal 500 and Spears 500 for our dedication to excellence and integrity. We are an award-winning firm, with accolades including Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year, Justice Human Rights Lawyer of the Year, and The Law Society's Solicitor of the Year Award.

We are proud that our partners include the current president of the law society and past presidents of the Birmingham, Kent and Manchester law societies, as well as presidents of the London, and The West London criminal law courts solicitor's association.

We are looking to expand further in the

Midlands

and are currently seeking to recruit a

Criminal Paralegal

to join our team in

Birmingham

.

Key Responsibilities

Litigating Crown Court files and providing expert advice to clients facing charges in the Crown Court.

Representing own and duty solicitor clients at the police station.

Manage a varied caseload involving general crime, including offences such as Burglary, Robbery, sexual offences, and fraud.

Prepare legal arguments, brief counsel (in house an at chambers) and liaise with counsel on case progression and strategy.

Draft legal documents, interview witnesses, and prepare case files to a high professional standard.

Ensure all file handling is compliant with firm policies, LAA regulations, and SRA standards.

Liaise effectively with clients, and external agencies to progress cases efficiently.

Police station accreditation essential.

Equal Opportunities

Tuckers Solicitors is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

Tuckers Solicitors offers hybrid and flexible working, allowing members of our team to work from home when not needed in office or at court or police stations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you Police Station Accredited?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham B5 6SE