Criminal Defense Attorney

Burton Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Burton Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a National Firm's specialist Criminal Law Team. You will provide confidential, high-quality advice and representation to private clients facing investigation or prosecution, guiding them through every stage of their case while maintaining integrity and professionalism.

The role covers case management, client representation across offences from Traffic to complex matters, nationwide court appearances, and

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with current practising certificate and 7+ years PQE.
• Proven track record in Criminal Law with successful outcomes.
• Experience representing private paying clients.
• Willingness to attend Police Stations and Courts nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload across Criminal Law.
• Provide advice, preparation and representation at all stages.
• Attend Police Stations and Courts nationwide.
• Maintain high professional standards and cost-effective practices.

Skills

Criminal defence

Court advocacy

Case management

Client representation

Communication

Education

7+ years PQE

Qualified Solicitor with practising certificate

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Our client is an Award-Winning National Firm of Solicitors who are passionate about achieving the best possible outcome for every client, combining robust legal representation with approachability and straightforward honest advice.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and dedicated Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their specialist Criminal Law Team, to work on a diverse range of private Criminal Law matters.

The successful candidate will provide confidential, high−quality legal advice and representation to clients facing investigation or prosecution, guiding clients through every stage of their case, ensuring they fully understand their options and receive consistent, professional support.

Within this role, you will deliver a thorough, client−focused service, handling each matter with sensitivity, discretion, and efficiency, and will work to minimise the impact of proceedings on clients’ personal and professional lives while maintaining exceptional standards of care throughout.

Key Responsibilities -

Including but not limited to:

Case Management

• Conduct cases effectively and efficiently on behalf of clients in accordance with the Firm's policies and objectives.
• Manage a varied caseload across multiple areas of Criminal Law.
• Ensure all work is carried out to the highest professional standards.
• Maintain efficient and cost-effective work practices.
• Utilise case management systems and IT effectively.

Client Representation

• Act for clients across the full spectrum of criminal legal matters, providing advice, preparation and representation at every stage.
• Represent a wide variety of private paying clients in matters involving, Road Traffic Offences, Sexual Offences and Fraud Defence.
• Handle Companies House prosecutions as well as matters involving Trading Standards, Environmental Health, BEIS & Health & Safety Investigations.
• Manage specialist criminal matters including defence of Military personnel, complex frauds, POCA proceedings, and confiscation cases.
• Work on complex sexual offences cases including internet‑based offences and historical allegations.
• Attend Police Stations and Courts nationwide to provide representation as required.
• Receive training and support from our experienced team of Criminal Lawyers.
• Qualified Solicitor with current practicing certificate - 7 years PQE minimum.
• Proven experience of acting for clients in Criminal law cases.
• Demonstrable track record of successful case outcomes.

Personal Attributes

• Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for clients.
• Passionate about criminal law and court advocacy.
• Approachable manner with ability to explain complex legal matters clearly.
• Tenacious and determined approach to casework.
• High standards of integrity and professionalism.

Our core values of Integrity, Expertise, Passion, Approachability, Straightforwardness and Tenacity guide everything we do.

Competitive salary and benefits, hybrid and semi remote working available