Consultant Duty Solicitor

Ashmans Solicitors; South Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced criminal defence solicitors to join their flexible consultant model. This role offers true independence, allowing you to choose your hours and manage your own caseload while benefiting from the support of a nationally recognized firm. With a generous fee share and access to advanced legal technology, you can focus on delivering strategic legal advice with integrity. If you value freedom and ethical practice, this opportunity is perfect for you, enabling a fulfilling career in a supportive legal community.

Benefits

70% fee share on own-client work

50% fee share on duty cases

Access to out-of-hours rota

Support from experienced colleagues

Association with a prestigious legal brand

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with current duty solicitor accreditation.
• Confident in managing cases autonomously with a strong client focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload or cases from the duty rota.
• Represent clients in police stations and courts.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Client Management

Strategic Legal Advice

Education

Duty Solicitor Accreditation

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Advanced Case Management Technology

Job description

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Managing Director at Ashmans | Specialist in High-Stakes Criminal Defence & Reputation Protection | Criminal Defence for Professionals | Justice with…

Consultant Duty Solicitor – Flexible & Self-Employed

Fully Flexible | Self-Employed Consultant Model

Generous Fee Share: 70% Own-Client | 50% Duty Work

Remote & On-the-Ground Support | Legal 500-Ranked | Lexcel-Accredited

Looking to work independently—but not alone?

At Ashmans Solicitors, we offer experienced criminal defence solicitors the opportunity to work with complete flexibility while enjoying the support, systems, and reputation of a nationally recognised firm.

Whether you want more control over your schedule, higher earning potential, or a more fulfilling work environment—our consultant model is designed for professionals who value freedom, fairness, and alignment with strong ethical values.

Work Your Way

This role offers true flexibility. You choose your hours (minimum compliance: 50 hours/month) and manage your caseload on your terms—while being part of a firm that supports your success at every step.

What You’ll Do

As a Consultant Duty Solicitor, you will:

• Manage your own caseload or cases generated via the duty rota
• Represent clients across police station, Magistrates’ Court, and Crown Court proceedings
• Deliver thoughtful, strategic legal advice with integrity and care
• Use our legal tech systems to focus on outcomes, not overhead.
• Contribute to our wider team culture as a respected, independent professional

Who You Are

• A qualified solicitor with current duty solicitor accreditation
• Confident managing cases autonomously, with a strong client focus
• Equipped with solid advocacy, negotiation, and advisory skills
• Deeply aligned with Compassion, Integrity, and Trust

What You’ll Receive

• 70% fee share on own-client work
• 50% fee share on duty cases
• Access to out-of-hours rota and attendance payments
• Use of advanced case management technology
• Support from experienced colleagues, when needed
• Association with a trusted, prestigious legal brand

Why Ashmans?

We believe in empowering great solicitors to work the way that suits them best. With us, you’ll have freedom without isolation, autonomy without compromise, and flexibility without losing your place in a like-minded, ethical legal community.

Interested in Joining?

We welcome applications from experienced, accredited solicitors who are ready to build their ideal working life.

Email your CV and short cover letter to:

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Let us know your availability and why this opportunity aligns with your goals.

*Subject to T&Cs. Ashmans Solicitors is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Legal 500-ranked. Lexcel-accredited. SRA-regulated.

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