THE ROLE:
Leading multi-disciplinary law firm TSABI are seeking a Trainee Solicitor to work across our criminal department. This is an exciting and dynamic role where no two days are the same. You will be required to provide high-quality legal services to our clients whilst gaining competency to practice as a solicitor in a supported environment.
LOCATION & WORKING HOURS:
Slough. Working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm. Please note the Job will be office based only and is not suitable for remote working.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
1.Interpersonal Skills
You will be expected to communicate clearly and appropriately, both orally and verbally with other parties whilst maintaining excellent working relationships. Other duties include being able to negotiate to secure the desired objective(s). You will be expected to provide a professional, efficient and friendly service to clients.
2.Academic skills
You will have a good academic record having preferably obtained a 2.1 degree or higher at University and passed all the necessary law exams.
3.Organisational Skills
You will be expected to assist in the preparation of cases, usually under pressure and to tight deadlines. You must, therefore, be able to prioritise workloads at any given time.
4.Management Skills
You will have the ability to view situations from a commercial or business perspective. This requires you to look at a situation from different angles. You must, therefore, be capable of delegating tasks, supervising where appropriate and working on your own initiative.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES:
1.Case and Transaction Management
These duties will initially be conducted under the supervision of a Director:-
Conduct interviews with clients
Gain understanding of client expectations and requirements
Assess legal problems
Advise clients on costs
Conduct legal research
Devise outline strategy for cases
Draft case papers
Obtain information from relevant experts
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the other side’s case
Brief a barrister
Negotiate settlements
Meet deadlines for court appearance
Issue proceedings
Attend court to conduct advocacy and/or with counsel and/or to take notes
Make applications to the court
Maintain confidentiality
Comply with all office procedure requirements.
Deal with client care
Deal with office post, clients and reception
2. Administration
Maintain a training record
Conduct self-appraisal and development planning
Actively participate in supervision and appraisal
Complete time recording
Maintain files (usually electronically but also in paper)
Deal with billing, paying costs and closing files
Follow administrative systems and procedures
3. Development
Gain competency in the skill standards
Participate in team meetings and social and charitable activities
Attend internal courses and pass the Professional Skills Course
Keep up to date with law and practice
Assist business development
Achieve admission to the roll
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should send a CV and a brief covering letter.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Slough, Berkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
