Criminal Duty Solicitor | Magistrates Court Advocacy (2-5 PQE)

Service Care Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional law firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join their expanding legal team. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 based on experience. Responsibilities include representing defendants during hearings, offering guidance on charges, and defending clients in various legal proceedings. Ideal candidates should have Duty Solicitor Accreditation and 2-5 years of PQE in criminal law. Strong negotiation and advocacy skills are essential, and the firm provides a range of benefits including health care and holiday pay.

Benefits

Benefit Scheme

Health Care

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Accreditation under the Duty Solicitor Scheme is essential.
• 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in criminal law is required.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Represent defendants during hearings at the magistrate's court.
• Offer guidance on criminal charges and potential consequences.
• Defend clients at bail hearings and first appearances.
• Attend interviews under caution and protect clients' legal rights.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Duty Solicitor Accreditation

2-5 Years PQE in Criminal Duty Solicitor

Job description

A professional law firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join their expanding legal team. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 based on experience. Responsibilities include representing defendants during hearings, offering guidance on charges, and defending clients in various legal proceedings. Ideal candidates should have Duty Solicitor Accreditation and 2-5 years of PQE in criminal law. Strong negotiation and advocacy skills are essential, and the firm provides a range of benefits including health care and holiday pay.