Criminal Defence Solicitor – Diverse UK Caseload

Recruit Select Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Select Limited is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to defend clients facing criminal charges. The role is available across a wide UK footprint including Buckinghamshire, Midlands, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Telford, Middlesex and Worcester.

You will represent clients in criminal proceedings, conduct thorough case assessments by reviewing evidence, police reports and witness statements, advise on legal rights and potential

Qualifications

• Proven experience in criminal litigation and client representation.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly and confidently.
• Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple cases efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and negotiations
• Conduct thorough case assessments by reviewing evidence, police reports, and witness statements
• Advise clients on their legal rights, options, and potential outcomes with clarity and transparency
• Negotiate plea agreements and sentencing terms with prosecutors to secure favorable results for clients
• Prepare legal documents such as affidavits, motions, and appeals with meticulous attention to detail
• Collaborate with experts, investigators, and support staff to build strong defense strategies
• Maintain comprehensive case files and ensure compliance with all legal procedures and deadlines

Skills

Criminal litigation

Communication skills

Under pressure

Job description

Recruit Select Limited is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to defend clients facing criminal charges. The role is available across a wide UK footprint including Buckinghamshire, Midlands, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Telford, Middlesex and Worcester.

You will represent clients in criminal proceedings, conduct thorough case assessments by reviewing evidence, police reports and witness statements, advise on legal rights and potential