Criminal Solicitor

Brandon James Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in East London is seeking a Newly Qualified Criminal Solicitor to join its dynamic criminal defence department. This role offers high-quality experience representing vulnerable clients in police interviews and court settings, within a supportive environment focused on career development and client care.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Bonus scheme

Family/friends legal service discount

Dedicated supervision and structured training

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Must be a Newly Qualified Criminal Solicitor.
• Strong communication and organisational skills required.
• Passion for criminal defence work, particularly legal aid.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients during police interviews and court hearings.
• Prepare cases for trial in Magistrates’ and Crown Courts.
• Participate in the firm’s out-of-hours rota for client support.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Education

Newly Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

An award-winning Legal 500 firm based in East London is seeking a Newly Qualified Criminal Solicitor to join its established and dynamic criminal defence department. This is an excellent opportunity for a Criminal Solicitor at the beginning of their career to gain high-quality experience in a supportive and inclusive environment, where career development and client care are top priorities.

The successful Criminal Solicitor will be joining a team that represents clients across East and South London, including at police stations and Magistrates’ Courts. This firm is renowned for its commitment to legal aid, social justice, and defending the rights of the vulnerable. The appointed Criminal Solicitor will benefit from a culture of strong supervision, regular in-house training, and access to cross-departmental expertise, including mental health and youth crime specialists.

The Criminal Solicitor’s role

The successful Criminal Solicitor will be responsible for representing clients during police interviews, court hearings, and the full preparation of cases for trial in both the Magistrates’ and Crown Courts. The role will involve participation in the firm’s out-of-hours rota, ensuring round-the-clock client support. You will be based in the Whitechapel office, working alongside a highly experienced and collaborative team.

This is a client-facing position that demands sensitivity, efficiency, and excellent legal knowledge. You will be representing a wide range of clients, including vulnerable individuals and those facing complex legal challenges.

The Criminal Solicitor

• Must be a Newly Qualified Criminal Solicitor

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload

• Passion for criminal defence work, particularly legal aid

• IT proficiency, especially with Microsoft Word

In Return?

• £32,000 – £38,000

• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus birthday off

• Bonus scheme and family/friends legal service discount

• Dedicated supervision and structured training programme

• Wellbeing initiatives and a genuinely supportive workplace

If this sounds ideal for you, please do not hesitate to get in touch.