Crime Duty Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Crime Duty Solicitor to join their thriving team in London. This full-time position offers a chance to work on a diverse range of criminal cases, from theft to serious allegations. The firm values client care and has a strong reputation in the legal community, recognized for its excellence and commitment to service. If you are a motivated solicitor with the required duty accreditation and experience, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Must have Crime Duty Accreditation or nearing completion.
• At least one year’s experience in criminal law is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at police stations for various criminal matters.
• Handle a complex caseload with minimal supervision.

Skills

Criminal Defence

Communication Skills

Client Care Skills

IT Literacy

Education

Crime Duty Accreditation

1+ Years Experience in Crime

Tools

Computer-Based Case Management System

Job description

Position Title: Crime Duty Solicitors

Location: London

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 plus benefits

Reference: 36478

Work Type: Office based, Hybrid or Remote

Lexcel accredited practice in London seeks a Crime Solicitor with duty status seeking a full-time, permanent basis, or consultant solicitors.

Joining our client’s thriving crime team based in London, the successful applicant will utilise their skills and expertise to handle a complex caseload of criminal matters with minimal supervision.

To put you forward for this position, we require your ideal salary, location, and notice period.

Responsibilities:

1. Representing clients detained at police stations
2. Attending police stations
3. Murder and manslaughter
4. ABH and GBH
5. Assault
6. Fraud
7. Drug offences
8. Robbery
9. Theft
10. Road traffic offences
11. Sexual allegations

The Candidate

1. Duty Solicitors with at least one year’s experience in crime
2. Crime duty accreditation is a prerequisite; however, if you are nearing this, please apply
3. Technically proficient in all aspects of criminal defence
4. IT literate with the ability to operate a computer-based case management system
5. Excellent communication and client care skills will be crucial

The Firm

Our client with 4 offices is a leading law firm that has been serving clients from across London and the surrounding areas for many years. Their dedication to excellence has been acknowledged nationally through several awards and accreditations, including Lexcel. Their expertise spans a vast array of legal disciplines, with a number of highly respected professionals advising within each group. Client care is at the core of the practice, an approach which has secured our client’s position as a strong competitor at both local and national levels.

For further details of this Crime Duty Solicitor vacancy, please contact Marcus Stevens quoting reference 36478.

We have a diverse workforce and aim to attract high calibre applicants that reflect the demography of our geographical location and client base. Individuals will be employed solely on merit and the requirement of the position. No applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. Reasonable adjustments will be made to eliminate or reduce disadvantage.

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