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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

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possible.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Commercial Dispute Resolution team as a Paralegal. As one of the largest and most experienced in the Midlands, our Dispute Resolution team has consistently achieved top Legal 500 rankings in commercial litigation, professional negligence and property litigation. This role will suit candidates who have a genuine desire to progress their career in Commercial Litigation and work within a fast-paced team yet friendly team. You will be responsible for managing a personal caseload of litigated matters whilst also supporting senior members of the team. This role is responsible for managing a personal caseload of Commercial Dispute Resolution matters whilst also supporting on more complex matters with senior members of the team. Responsible for liaising directly with clients and ensuring a high level of client care is provided at all times This role reports directly to the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution and based at our offices on Pride Park Derby, working Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:15.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a varied caseload of Commercial Dispute Resolution matters that will include: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;1. &nbsp; &nbsp; Contractual disputes. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;2. &nbsp; &nbsp; Shareholder disputes. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;3. &nbsp; &nbsp; Complex Debt Recovery disputes including insolvency. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;4. &nbsp; &nbsp; Landlord &amp; Tenant disputes such as possession and forfeiture. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;5. &nbsp; &nbsp; Professional Negligence disputes.</li><li>Prepare and review documents as instructed by senior team members.</li><li>Demonstrate a meticulous approach with great attention to detail.</li><li>Work collaboratively with senior team members on complex matters.</li><li>Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure, often to tight deadlines and be able to prioritise tasks effectively.</li><li>Conduct legal research.</li><li>Provide administrative support where required.</li><li>Ensure matters are kept up to date in systems and new advancements are communicated to the relevant team members.</li><li>Record all time in the Tikit case management system, including non-billable activities.</li><li>Take on additional tasks as reasonably required by the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution and/or senior team members.</li></ul>Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseYou will:<ul><li>Have a law degree (2.1 or higher) or other legal qualification.</li><li>Preferably have completed the Legal Practice Course.</li><li>Ideally a minimum of 6 months’ litigation experience or debt recovery experience.</li><li>Possess excellent communication skills.</li><li>Have a sound knowledge of IT systems and processes, such as the Microsoft suite.</li><li>Be a hard-working and highly-motivated individual with the ability to work cohesively as part of a larger team</li><li>Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.</li></ul>BenefitsWhat we offer?<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Bonus potential</li><li>Career development opportunities</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Options to buy &amp; sell 1 week’s holiday</li><li>1 week’s holiday carry over</li><li>Extra day off for your birthday</li><li>Staff card discount scheme for local shops</li><li>Social days and evenings on the firm</li><li>Staff discounts on legal services</li></ul>About Flint BishopFlint Bishop is a multi-award-winning, top 200 UK law firm. We have been providing legal services to businesses and individuals for over a century.Recognised as a ‘leading firm’ by both Chambers &amp; Partners and The Legal 500, the outstanding quality of our staff and service levels is underlined by our ISO quality assurance accreditations, industry awards and peer ranking.We have over 200 solicitors and legal experts who use their technical skills and expertise for one mission: to provide clients with clear advice that helps them to achieve their goals as effectively as possible.&nbsp;

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