Duty Solicitor

Company : Confidential

Job Type : Full Time

Lewisham, London

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Job Description - Duty Solicitor

Service Care Legal are recruiting for an established and reputable law firm based in Lewisham is seeking an experienced Duty Solicitor to join its dynamic Criminal Law department. This is a key role, offering the opportunity to manage your own caseload while supporting and supervising a team of solicitors and caseworkers.

ROLE:                  Duty Solicitor – Criminal Law
LOCATION:          Lewisham, London
SALARY:              £40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality legal representation across a broad range of criminal matters.
Supervise and mentor criminal solicitors and caseworkers, including file reviews, appraisals, and ongoing training.
Ensure compliance with LAA, SRA, and internal standards, particularly around auditing and billing.
Keep the team updated with changes in criminal law, providing training as needed.
Approve files for billing and ensure chargeable time is properly recorded.

Person Specification:

A qualified Solicitor or CILEx qualified within a current practising certificate.
Accredited Duty Solicitor with valid LAA recognition.
Experience supervising criminal law casework and junior staff.
Strong knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
Commitment to Legal Aid and high-quality legal service delivery.

If this Duty Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on , or email .uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

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