Crime Duty Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic firm in the UK seeks a Crime Duty Solicitor with 1+ year PQE to join their renowned Crime Team. This role offers hybrid working, strong support for professional development, and access to high-quality cases. Candidates will engage in advocacy and client representation while being part of a flexible and forward-thinking culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Collaborative and supportive culture

Exposure to high-quality cases

Structured career development

Qualifications

• 1+ year PQE as a Crime Solicitor.
• Ability to represent clients at police stations.
• Experience in advocacy in Magistrates' Court.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload and manage criminal defence cases.
• Conduct advocacy including summary trials.
• Deliver high-quality legal representation.

Skills

Advocacy

Communication

Case Management

Education

Crime Duty Accreditation (preferred)

Job description

Are you a Crime Duty Solicitor with 1+ year PQE looking for a fresh challenge in a dynamic and growing team? With hybrid working, a supportive culture, access to leading specialists, and clear progression routes, the Firm offers a strong foundation for your development as a Crime Solicitor—alongside a competitive salary. This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning Firm, recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers UK.

The Firm is currently recruiting Crime Duty Solicitors to join its highly regarded Crime Team, where you’ll handle a varied caseload and have real opportunities to progress.

What’s expected of you as a Crime Solicitor:

• Crime Duty Accreditation is preferred but not essential (those without it must be willing to obtain it)
• Represent clients at police stations and manage a wide range of criminal defence cases
• Conduct advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, including summary trials (Crown Court work available if Higher Rights are held)
• Demonstrate strong advocacy, communication, and case management skills
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, publicly funded legal representation

What the Firm offers:

• Hybrid working
• A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking culture
• Exposure to high-quality cases and industry-leading specialists
• Structured career development with a strong record of internal promotion
• Competitive salary from £37,000 to £47,000, depending on experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Crime Solicitor looking to make a meaningful impact within a respected and growing team.

For more information about this Crime Solicitor role, please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37264.

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