Criminal Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to engage in a variety of criminal cases, providing essential client support and representation in legal matters. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with a passion for defence work, excellent advocacy skills, and a strong team-oriented approach. Competitive salary and hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Supportive team environment

Genuine progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Criminal Defence work is essential.
• Duty accreditation desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Handle police station attendance and representation.
• Conduct advocacy in Magistrates' and Crown Courts.
• Prepare and progress criminal defence cases.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Client care

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

Criminal Solicitor - Nottingham (Hybrid)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Criminal Solicitor to join a highly regarded and well-established firm with offices across the East Midlands. This role offers the chance to work within a dedicated and expert Criminal Defence team, handling a wide range of matters from police station representation through to Crown Court advocacy.

The Role

As a Criminal Solicitor, you will play a key role in providing professional, accessible and supportive advice to clients at what is often a very challenging time. The work will cover:

• Police station attendance and representation
• Magistrates\' Court and Crown Court advocacy
• Preparation and progression of criminal defence cases, from minor offences to serious crime
• Advising on areas including assaults, drugs offences, motoring offences, theft and fraud, sexual offences, and regulatory matters

You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload with support from an experienced team of colleagues, and will also have access to excellent facilities to support hybrid working.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or equivalent with experience in Criminal Defence work
• Duty accreditation desirable, but not essential
• Strong advocacy, client care and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of Legal Aid funding would be advantageous

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working options
• A supportive team environment with genuine progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work across a wide and varied criminal caseload

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Criminal Solicitor who is passionate about defence work and looking for the next step in their career. If this position is of interest to you please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge