Solicitor (Criminal Defence)

It is vital that you demonstrate high levels of professionalism in this role and have experience and confidence running your own caseload. More key responsibilities can be found below. 

• Conducting interviews with clients to take instructions on criminal allegations
  
• Conducting legal research and advising on points of law and practice
  
• Attending the Police Station to provide advice and assistance
  
• Attending to represent clients in the Magistrates Court
  
• Conducting Crown Court litigation and instructing Counsel
  
• Drafting letters and legal documents
  
• Working in accordance with the Office Manual
  
• Administrative duties
  
• Handle a diverse caseload of
  criminal matters with precision and diligence.
  
• Collaborate with a team of legal
  professionals to ensure optimal client outcomes.
  

Our client is an equal opportunity
employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Requirements

• Ideal candidates will be between 0 -5 PQE, however our client will consider more experienced candidates with up to 10 years PQE. 
• Hold Duty Solicitor Status. If you are not the hiring firm will assist in helping you become duty qualified. 
  
• Hold Police Station Accreditation Status
  
• Have good attention to detail in reviewing and preparing documentation
  
• Strong advocacy and
  communication skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work
  effectively within a collaborative legal team.
  
• Have excellent IT skills
  
• Have excellent time management skills
  
• Understand the importance of and provide first class client care
  
• Have excellent interpersonal skills
  

Benefits

- A rewarding career with a Top
150 Firm renowned for excellence.

- Opportunity to work alongside
one of the country's leading legal figures.

- A supportive and inclusive work
environment that values professional growth.