Crime Duty Solicitor – Fast-Paced Advocacy & Growth

GT Stewart Solicitors & Advocates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive working environment

Career development opportunities

Promotes from within

Job summary

GT Stewart Solicitors & Advocates in Leeds is seeking Duty Solicitors to join our Crime Team. This full-time role offers the chance to represent clients in police stations and manage a range of criminal defence cases.

The ideal candidate will be a solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters and excellent advocacy skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £37,000 and £47,000, with opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year's PQE in criminal matters required.
• Crime duty accreditation preferred but can be obtained post-hire.
• Ability to handle a demanding caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients detained at police stations.
• Manage a caseload of criminal defence cases.
• Conduct advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court.

Skills

Excellent communication and advocacy skills

IT proficiency

Attention to detail

Team-building skills

Education

Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters

Job description

GT Stewart Solicitors & Advocates in Leeds is seeking Duty Solicitors to join our Crime Team. This full-time role offers the chance to represent clients in police stations and manage a range of criminal defence cases.

The ideal candidate will be a solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters and excellent advocacy skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £37,000 and £47,000, with opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.