Criminal Solicitor

ENL Legal; Norwich; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal practice in Norwich is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor (Duty) to join their growing department. The role involves handling a caseload of criminal cases and supporting clients at various court levels. Ideal candidates will have a passion for criminal law and proven expertise in the field. The firm offers flexibility and encourages applications from qualified candidates.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Friendly and supportive environment

Qualifications

• Completed at least one seat within criminal law.
• Demonstrated knowledge of criminal law practices and procedures.
• Eager to learn and adapt to a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Handle own caseload of criminal matters.
• Advise clients at the police station.
• Attend Magistrates Courts and assist in Crown Court preparation.

Skills

Criminal law expertise

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Criminal Solicitor (Duty), NQ + - Norwich - Reputable practice with a strong reputation for providing an excellent service within this area of law is actively seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join their growing department. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV.

JOB TITLE: Criminal Solicitor (Duty)
PQE: NQ+
LOCATION: Norwich
SALARY: £DOE

THE ROLE:
The successful Criminal Solicitor will join this firm’s reputable criminal team. You will be exposed to a range of high-quality work and gain valuable experience to define your career in this area of law. Alongside handling your own caseload of Criminal matters, you will be supported in achieving Duty status, if you already don’t have the accreditation. You will ideally possess the ability to prepare cases at all levels of court in connection with criminal law issues or training and supervision will be provided if required. The role will include advising clients at the police station, attending Magistrates Courts and assisting with Crown Court preparation.

THE CANDIDATE:
Applications are sought from Solicitors or Legal Executives who have ideally completed at least one seat within crime or are looking for the opportunity to develop a specialism within this area of law. If you have proven technical expertise within criminal law, we would also like to hear from you as the criminal team of this reputable practice are keen to expand through the appointment of a skilled and ambitious Criminal Lawyers. You will ideally be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of criminal law, practices and procedures and be willing to learn and adapt to this busy team’s way of working. With a passion for this area of law, you will be eager and have excellent time management and organisation skills. Ideal Criminal Lawyers will be Duty qualified or keen to work towards Duty qualification.

THE FIRM:
This established practice has a strong reputation for the excellent service they provide their clients within criminal law and the firm are avid supporters of employees who have a strong passion for this area of law. If you are looking for a friendly and supportive practice which is offers flexibility (open to considering individuals on a full or part time basis) then this is the role for you.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Cassie Huxtable at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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