What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trainee position at CSG Legal?
CSG Legal are recruiting for a #trainee in our criminal defence department.
We have a vacancy for a first-year trainee to commence in Autumn 2024. We may also consider a second-year trainee who wishes to assign.
Company Description
CSG Legal is an Edinburgh-based law firm enjoying a growing reputation for providing first class representation in family law, child protection, and criminal defence. We provide a wide range of legal services across courts in Scotland.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Trainee at CSG Legal. The Trainee will be responsible for assisting with legal research, case preparation, drafting legal documents, attending court hearings, and providing administrative support to senior lawyers.
The main purpose is to manage criminal cases at all levels. However, duties and responsibilities will be limited and will vary to a level appropriate to each stage of the traineeship taking account of limitations as directed by Law Society traineeship rules.
Qualifications
Applicants need excellent communication, computer and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to prove they can always work well as part of a team. Having excellent attention to detail is essential, as well as the ability to work under one’s own initiative and under pressure to challenging deadlines.
Applicants should have a basic knowledge of criminal defence law.
Legal internship or work experience is a plus
The successful candidate will be based in Edinburgh but travel will be required so a full driving license is necessary.
Please note we are equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from a diverse background.
All applications and queries will be treated in complete confidence. If you are interested, please email your CV and cover letter by 5pm on 2 August 2024 to admin@csglegal.co.uk