Criminal Duty Solicitor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Warwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the Warwickshire area is looking for a qualified and experienced Criminal Duty Solicitor to manage a varied caseload including police station attendances and court advocacy. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to contribute to department growth. Candidates should possess appropriate qualifications and be prepared to work out-of-hours as required.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Current accreditation as a Duty Solicitor (LAA Crime Category 1 Supervisor status desirable).
• Willingness to work out-of-hours duty slots.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at police stations and courts.
• Manage Criminal Legal Aid Duty Solicitor rota slots.
• Provide legal advice and advocacy.

Skills

Legal advice

Client representation

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor/barrister/legal executive

Job description

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a highly regarded law firm, based in the Warwickshire area, which is seeking a qualified and experienced Criminal Duty Solicitor to manage a varied caseload of criminal matters, including police station attendances, Magistrates’ Court advocacy, and general criminal defence work.

Role: Criminal Duty Solicitor
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 (plus overtime with potential earnings between £60,000 to £80,000)
Location: Warwickshire area

Key Responsibilities of the Duty Solicitor role:

• Represent clients at police stations, Magistrates’ Courts and, where appropriate, Crown Courts.
• Attend and manage Criminal Legal Aid Duty Solicitor rota slots.
• Provide accurate and timely legal advice and advocacy to clients.
• Contribute to the growth of the department through your own client following or business development, if applicable.

Requirements:

• A qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive in England and Wales.
• Current accreditation as a Duty Solicitor (LAA Crime Category 1 Supervisor status desirable but not essential).
• Willingness to work out-of-hours duty slots on a rota basis, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits included with the Criminal Duty Solicitor position:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Regular and consistent duty solicitor rota slots.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme - salary offered will depend on experience, accreditation and interview performance.

If this Criminal Duty Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email [e-mail].

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.