Criminal Duty Solicitor

3 Point Recruitment Ltd; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in the UK is seeking a Duty Criminal Solicitor. This remote role offers autonomy and involves managing a caseload covering various criminal matters. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of PQE and CLAS certification. Responsibilities include representing clients in courts, liaising with professional bodies, and ensuring timely case administration. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity for professional development within a dynamic legal team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with CLAS certification.
• 2-3 years' PQE in criminal law.
• Experience with Legal Aid frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients in criminal matters.
• Conduct client interviews and provide legal advice.
• Manage and progress cases efficiently.

Skills

Strong knowledge of criminal procedure and billing processes

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualified Solicitor with Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme (CLAS) certification

Approximately 2–3 years’ PQE in criminal law

Job description

Job Description

This is a remote position.

WearerecruitingaDutyCriminalSolicitorforareputableLawfirmwithaUKwidereach.Duetocontinuedgrowth,thefirmarenowhiringanadditionalDutySolicitor.Thisisanexcellentopportunityforasolicitorwithideally2–3yearsPQEwhoislookingforaroleofferingautonomy,flexibility,andexposuretoabroadrangeofcriminalmatters.

Thesuccessfulcandidatewillmanagetheirowncaseloadfromstarttofinish,representingclientsacrossawidespectrumofcriminallawwork.Theroleinvolvesregularliaisonwithcourts,theCPS,police,counselandotherrelevantprofessionalbodies.

Thefirmoperatesaprimarilyhomeworkingmodel,withattendanceatheadofficeorclientsitesrequiredonlyasandwhentheroledemands.

Requirements

• Advising and representing clients in criminal matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Conducting client interviews and providing clear, practical legal advice
• Managing and progressing cases efficiently, ensuring accurate and timely updates to the case management system
• Handling all aspects of case administration, including billing and Legal Aid claims
• Ensuring files are reviewed regularly and progressed in line with best practice
• Attending court hearings as required, including weekend court where necessary
• Attending police stations, including outside normal working hours when required
• Keeping up to date with developments in criminal law and procedure
• Attending relevant training and professional development courses

Suitable Candidates Will Have / Be

• Qualified Solicitor with Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme (CLAS) certification
• Approximately 2–3 years’ PQEin criminal law (flexible depending on experience)
• Experience working within Legal Aid frameworks
• Strong knowledge of criminal procedure and billing processes
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Capable of managing a busy caseload and working effectively under pressure
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time-management skills