Criminal Solicitor

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Hereford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Paid bank holidays

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment seeks an experienced Criminal Solicitor for a Hereford-based law firm. The role involves managing a varied caseload across criminal matters and representing clients in court, at the police station, and in meetings with the team.

You will work in a supportive environment, handling client advice (in person, by phone, or video) and drafting/legal review of documents to build a strong case for clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 2–5 years PQE in criminal law.
• Experience representing clients in court and at police stations is desirable.
• Strong client-care and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Representing and advising clients in a variety of criminal matters.
• Representing clients in all aspects of criminal proceedings in court.
• Representing and advising clients in the police station.
• Collaborating with solicitors, paralegals, secretaries and support staff to manage caseloads.
• Providing advice in person, via telephone or video conference.
• Drafting legal documents and reviewing documentation.
• Establishing a compelling position for the client with a solid understanding of criminal law.

Education

Qualified Solicitor 2 to 5 PQE

Job description

My client, based in Hereford, is a growing and established law firm with a strong focus on delivering high-quality legal services and excellent client care. They are looking to appoint an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity within a supportive and professional environment, managing a varied caseload and representing clients across a range of criminal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Representing and advising clients in a variety of criminal matters
• The successful Applicant will be expected to represent clients in all aspects of criminal proceedings in court
• Representing and advising clients in the police station
• Working closely with other members of the team namely solicitors, paralegals, secretaries, and other support staff
• Providing advice to clients, in person, via telephone or video conference
• Drafting legal documents as well as reviewing documentation
• Representing clients in court
• Establishing a compelling position for the client, using a complete and accurate understanding of the matter and criminal law

Person Specification

• Work to a target of 6 billable hours a day and co-operate with the firm’s credit control arrangements
• Be able to work effectively within a team, as well as efficiently running an individual caseload
• Be professional, organised, competent, enthusiastic and ambitious
• Be able to work with other fee earners and seek advice and assistance whenever needed to develop knowledge and skills
• Regular file reviews which will be undertaken in the office with a senior Solicitor to ensure compliance and client care

Qualifications & Training

• Qualified Solicitor 2 to 5 PQE

Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• 24/7 access to our fully equipped onsite gym
• Paid bank holidays