Criminal Solicitor

Recruit Select Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Select Limited is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join a successful practice with offices across the UK. The role covers a wide range of criminal cases, from minor offences to serious crimes, with both private clients and publicly funded work.

You will represent clients in hearings, trials and negotiations, review evidence, advise on options, and collaborate with investigators and experts to build a robust defense while meeting strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in criminal litigation and client representation.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly and confidently.
• Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple cases efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and negotiations
• Conduct thorough case assessments by reviewing evidence, police reports, and witness statements
• Advise clients on their legal rights, options, and potential outcomes with clarity and transparency
• Negotiate plea agreements and sentencing terms with prosecutors to secure favorable results for clients
• Prepare legal documents such as affidavits, motions, and appeals with meticulous attention to detail
• Collaborate with experts, investigators, and support staff to build strong defense strategies
• Maintain comprehensive case files and ensure compliance with all legal procedures and deadlines

Skills

Criminal litigation experience

Client representation

Excellent communication

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Criminal Solicitor required for successful practice with offices all of the UK.

Role available in Buckinghamshire, Midlands, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Telford, Middlesex and Worcester.

Seeking experienced Criminal Solicitors who will be defending clients facing criminal charges. Role will be working with both Private Clients and funded, on a diverse range of criminal cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations

• Represent clients in criminal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and negotiations
• Conduct thorough case assessments by reviewing evidence, police reports, and witness statements
• Advise clients on their legal rights, options, and potential outcomes with clarity and transparency
• Negotiate plea agreements and sentencing terms with prosecutors to secure favorable results for clients
• Prepare legal documents such as affidavits, motions, and appeals with meticulous attention to detail
• Collaborate with experts, investigators, and support staff to build strong defense strategies
• Maintain comprehensive case files and ensure compliance with all legal procedures and deadlines

• Proven experience in criminal litigation and client representation
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly and confidently
• Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple cases efficiently

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