Criminal Paralegal (Dangerous Dog Offences)

Ison Harrison Solicitors, the Yorkshire Law Firm, employs approximately 450 people across 24 offices.

Overview

We have an exciting vacancy for a Paralegal to join our dedicated Crime team on a full or part-time basis at our head office in Leeds city centre. The ideal candidate will have excellent client care skills, work well under pressure and have experience of working in a similar role.

Key Duties

• Providing support to fee earners, solicitors and partners.
• Running a case load of client matters under supervision where appropriate.
• Dealing with matters at all stages, from taking the client's initial instructions through to archiving, in accordance with office and accounts procedures.
• Liaising with clients and other parties on behalf of fee earners and dealing with enquiries as appropriate.
• Obtaining and preparing file documentation.
• Billing files and obtaining monies due to the firm from the clients, the Legal Aid Agency and other parties.

Key Skills

• Ability to present and argue a case orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with technical details and to express solutions to complex legal problems in a concise and customer friendly way.
• Ability to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of each team.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• A flexible, "can do" attitude.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team.
• Professional yet approachable communication and client care.
• Excellent written and spoken communication to produce documents for the clients, court and other parties.
• A natural ambassador for the firm.
• Flexibility with travel to court to assist fee earners if required.

Experience

• 1+ years previous experience in a similar role.

Benefits

Profit share scheme distributed tax free to employees after 12 months of service.

Salary

The salary for this role will be competitive and based on experience, therefore please indicate your current salary and expectations for this position.

Location

Duke House, Leeds City Centre, Wellington Street, LS1 2EE

Equal Opportunity

Ison Harrison is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds other than the ability to carry out the job specification.