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Application deadline: 5pm 24 November 2025.&nbsp;This is an administrative role that involves assisting the Dispute Resolution and Property Dispute fee earners in all areas of office services.MAIN DUTIESDuties will vary in importance and priority, depending on circumstances and the needs of the business at any particular time, but will include the following key responsibilities:Administration &amp; Delivery of Work<ul><li>Following administration systems and procedures as required by the Firm/Lexcel</li><li>Using case management system</li><li>Any other reasonable tasks for the role (where applicable)</li><li>Ability to present information simply and accurately, both orally and in writing</li><li>Opening new files, drafting client care and file closing letters</li><li>Assisting with mail as required</li><li>Scanning and collating department post</li><li>Preparing bundles of documents for court and barristers</li><li>Organising team meetings</li></ul>Communication<ul><li>Excellent telephone manner with clear and pleasant verbal communication.</li><li>Be able to communicate confidently with all parties including client, court, experts and the other side by correspondence and telephone.</li><li>Be discreet, empathic and sensitive in dealing with clients</li><li>Setting up meetings in person, telephone or video link with guidance</li><li>Taking detailed and accurate contemporaneous notes of meetings, conferences and hearings.</li></ul>Interpersonal Skills<ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff at all levels as you will be part of a busy team responsible for the smooth running of the office</li><li>Ability to present information simply and accurately, both orally and in writing</li><li>Highly motivated</li><li>Willingness to take on new challenges</li><li>Have a practical approach to problem solving</li><li>Able to work on own initiative as well as work in a team</li></ul>Taking New Client Enquiries<ul><li>Receiving incoming calls/making outgoing calls and dealing with all new enquiries within the Dispute Resolution and Property Disputes teams</li><li>Through careful listening and questioning, gain an insight into the client’s requirements and assist as far as possible.</li><li>Emailing new enquiries as appropriate</li><li>Providing basic information on legal procedures, costs and timescales to clients to resolve their legal problems in line with legal best practices and principles.</li><li>Ability to handle a high level of incoming calls, interacting with diverse cliental in a sensitive and professional manner at all times.</li><li>Ability to discuss and understand complex situations with clients in a sensitive and professional manner at all times.</li><li>Be able to discern, decide and differentiate between clients in a supportive and non-judgmental way.</li><li>Communicating with client and fee earners to obtain sufficient and relevant documentation to assist on enquiry assessment</li><li>You will need to complete an accurate written attendance note of the call and ensure it is logged on the client’s electronic file using the appropriate legal assistance based on information gained. Producing and managing relevant reports for the new enquiries</li><li>Liaising with fee earners as to status of enquiries, and assisting on management of enquiry closures</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>You will need to have good administrative and literacy skills, be methodical, work in a team, be able to work on your own initiative and have a flexible attitude.</li><li>Working in an organised manner, paying attention to detail and good time management are important.</li><li>Good computer skills are essential</li><li>File management</li><li>Have a flexible approach with a client focus</li></ul>Hours of workCore office hours will be 9.30am to 5.30pm, 5 days per week. Taking account of the nature of the role, a degree of flexibility will be required so as properly to fulfil the responsibilities and duties associated with the position.Please note that you will be expected to work in the office. Hybrid working may be considered following completion of a successful probation period.Operating from modern Central London premises, Hodge Jones &amp; Allen Solicitors are a highly regarded firm. We offer good prospects, training and IT facilities.Please apply by sending a covering letter, your CV and salary expectations to Alisha Patel at <a href="mailto:alishapatel@hja.net" target="_blank">alishapatel@hja.net</a>

Legal assistant - dispute resolution - Hodge Jones & Allen

Deadline: 19.11.25 at 23.59JUSTICE invites applications for a three month Kalisher Trust Internship.Successful candidates will work closely with our policy team on a range of important and pressing criminal justice matters. The internship will provide an opportunity to develop research and drafting skills, engage with litigation and law-making processes, and to be part of a small, friendly and committed staff.The Kalisher internships are intended to encourage and assist those intending to practice at the Criminal Bar who demonstrate “exceptional promise but modest means”.Given the nature of our work, applications are sought from individuals who will have completed by the start of the internship either: &nbsp;<ul><li>a UK qualifying law degree, a list of which can be found <a href="https://www.sra.org.uk/become-solicitor/legal-practice-course-route/qualifying-law-degree-common-professional-examination/qualifying-law-degree-providers/" target="_blank">here</a>;</li><li>a postgraduate law conversion course; &nbsp;</li></ul>Applicants should demonstrate an interest in the challenges affecting the criminal justice system and have an understanding of the UK’s constitutional and human rights framework. They should have excellent written and oral communication skills.We are inclusive and collaborative and are committed to recruiting staff from diverse personal and professional backgrounds. In our work, we seek out and collaborate with a wide range of legal professionals, organisations, and users of the system to influence and inform the direction of our work.We value a healthy and nurturing working environment and are proud of the office culture at JUSTICE. We provide opportunities for the development of staff skills and experience in a supportive and collegiate environment. We care that our staff enjoy their working day, and their health and wellbeing are of the utmost importance to us. We are a flexible employer, with staff encouraged to structure work around other aspects of their lives. In all our work, communications and relationships, we do not tolerate disrespectful or bullying behaviour.We are recruiting for one intern to start in January 2026. The internship is a full-time role for three months. However, we are happy to discuss the possibility of working on a part time basis over an extended period if required, with a minimum of three days per week commitment. The intern will be paid an award of £6,329 in total directly from the Kalisher Trust.The JUSTICE team works in a hybrid manner. We have an office in London however, in-person attendance is currently optional, and we welcome applications from individuals based across the UK. The successful candidate will have regular video calls with their line manager, the policy team, and wider JUSTICE staff. &nbsp;The full Job&nbsp;Description <a href="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/67becde70dae19a9e5ea2bc3/68ff8e6eb05020bda310340c_Kalisher%202025%20-%20JD.pdf" target="_blank">can be found here.</a>‍How to applyTo be considered for the internship <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Df0rgaYtxU2q4YpTrJk1UzLVqaCmhy5NqD_NRKpllDRUNlhaQjMxMUdYQlI2U0NKVEtaSkNUTVNXWi4u" target="_blank">please complete the application form, which can be found here.</a>Please note you cannot save your progress on the application form and return to it later. <a href="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/67becde70dae19a9e5ea2bc3/68ff8da5825e840f908ded95_JUSTICE%20Internship%20questions.docx" target="_blank">To see the questions in advance please download them by clicking here.</a>The application form for the JUSTICE internship and the Kalisher Trust Internship at JUSTICE is the same – you will be asked which role you are applying for. If you want to be considered for both roles you only need to complete the form once. &nbsp;Due to the high number of applications we receive and our limited resources as a small charity we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not interviewed. &nbsp;Closing date: Wednesday 19 November at 11:59pmInterviews will be held w/c 8 December. We will contact all candidates by regarding the outcome of their application.If you have any queries about the position, please contact us at <a href="mailto:jobs@justice.org.uk" target="_blank">jobs@justice.org.uk</a>JUSTICE's fellowship programme is governed by the principles of equal opportunity.

Paid internship Jan 2026 - criminal law - Kalisher Trust at JUSTICE

Deadline: 19.11.25 at 23.59JUSTICE invites applications for a three month internship. &nbsp;Successful candidates will work closely with our policy team on a range of important and pressing law reform matters. The internship will provide an opportunity to develop research and drafting skills, engage with litigation and law-making processes, and to be part of a small, friendly and committed staff.Given the nature of our work, applications are sought from individuals who will have completed by the start of the internship either: &nbsp;<ul><li>a UK qualifying law degree, a list of which can be found <a href="https://www.sra.org.uk/become-solicitor/legal-practice-course-route/qualifying-law-degree-common-professional-examination/qualifying-law-degree-providers/" target="_blank">here</a>;</li><li>a postgraduate law conversion course; &nbsp;</li><li>part 1 of the SQE; or &nbsp;</li><li>the CILEX CPQ advance stage. &nbsp;</li></ul>Applicants should demonstrate an interest in the challenges affecting the justice system – whether criminal, civil or administrative – and have an understanding of the UK’s constitutional and human rights framework. They should have excellent written and oral communication skills.We are inclusive and collaborative and are committed to recruiting staff from diverse personal and professional backgrounds. In our work, we seek out and collaborate with a wide range of legal professionals, organisations, and users of the system to influence and inform the direction of our work.We value a healthy and nurturing working environment and are proud of the office culture at JUSTICE. We provide opportunities for the development of staff skills and experience in a supportive and collegiate environment. We care that our staff enjoy their working day, and their health and wellbeing are of the utmost importance to us. We are a flexible employer, with staff encouraged to structure work around other aspects of their lives. In all our work, communications and relationships, we do not tolerate disrespectful or bullying behaviour.We are recruiting for one intern to start in January 2026. The internship is a full-time role for three months. However, we are happy to discuss the possibility of working on a part time basis over an extended period if required, with a minimum of three days per week commitment. The salary for this role is £25,207 per annum, pro rata. &nbsp;The JUSTICE team works in a hybrid manner. We have an office in London however, in-person attendance is currently optional, and we welcome applications from individuals based across the UK. The successful candidate will have regular video calls with their line manager, the policy team, and wider JUSTICE staff. &nbsp;The full&nbsp;Job Description <a href="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/67becde70dae19a9e5ea2bc3/69035018f5bb94e8937994aa_Winter%20internship%2026%20JD%20(1).pdf" target="_blank">can be found here.</a>‍How to applyTo be considered for the internship please complete the application form, <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Df0rgaYtxU2q4YpTrJk1UzLVqaCmhy5NqD_NRKpllDRUNlhaQjMxMUdYQlI2U0NKVEtaSkNUTVNXWi4u" target="_blank">which can be found here.</a>Please note you cannot save your progress on the application form and return to it later. To see the questions in advance <a href="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/67becde70dae19a9e5ea2bc3/68ff8da5825e840f908ded95_JUSTICE%20Internship%20questions.docx" target="_blank">please download them by clicking here.</a>Closing date: Wednesday 19 November at 11:59pmThe application form for the JUSTICE internship and the Kalisher Trust Internship at JUSTICE is the same – you will be asked which role you are applying for. If you want to be considered for both roles you only need to complete the form once. &nbsp;Due to the high number of applications we receive and our limited resources as a small charity we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not interviewed. &nbsp;Interviews will be held w/c 8 December. We will contact all candidates by regarding the outcome of their application.If you have any queries about the position, please contact us at <a href="mailto:jobs@justice.org.uk" target="_blank">jobs@justice.org.uk</a>JUSTICE's fellowship programme is governed by the principles of equal opportunity.

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