Criminal Duty Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Criminal Duty Solicitor with over 4 years' post-qualification experience. The role involves managing criminal cases and representing clients at both the Police Station and Magistrates' Court. This opportunity is with a national practice renowned for high-quality legal services. The salary is up to £60,000, and candidates should be ready for out-of-hours callouts.

Qualifications

• Must be Duty Qualified with at least 4 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience managing own caseload of criminal matters.
• Experience representing clients at both the Magistrates' Court and Police Station.

Responsibilities

• Manage and handle a caseload of criminal matters.
• Provide representation at Police Station and Magistrates' Court.
• Participate in the out-of-hours rota for Police Station callouts.

Skills

Duty Qualified

Managing own caseload

Conducting own advocacy

Experience in Magistrates' Court

Experience in Police Station

Job description

Criminal Duty Solicitor, 4+ PQE, Leicestershire, up to £60,000 (DOE). A forward thinking employer offering the opportunity to progress your career, the firm provide high quality legal advice to clients nationwide. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Tatiana on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV. Job Ref: 0863

THE ROLE:
You will be responsible for managing and handling a caseload of criminal matters, including providing representation at both the Police Station and Magistrates' Court. You will also take part in the out-of-hours rota for Police Station callouts.

THE CANDIDATE:
The appointed candidate must be Duty Qualified and have at least 4 years’ post-qualification experience in managing their own caseload of criminal matters. Including conducting their own advocacy and having management experience. Experience representing clients at both the Magistrates' Court and Police Station is essential.

THE FIRM:
A national practice with an excellent reputation for the services they provide across a range of matters. Calling ambitious Criminal Lawyers seeking a new challenge.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Tatiana Sivakova on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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