Criminal Solicitor: Expert Defense & Case Strategy

Recruit Select Limited; Bradford; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Select Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join a successful practice with offices nationwide. The role covers defending clients facing criminal charges, across private and publicly funded cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations.

You will represent clients in hearings and trials, review evidence, advise on rights and outcomes, negotiate pleas, and prepare affidavits, motions and appeals while coordinating with experts and staff to build

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

Client representation

Communication skills

Pressure handling

Job description

Recruit Select Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join a successful practice with offices nationwide. The role covers defending clients facing criminal charges, across private and publicly funded cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations.

You will represent clients in hearings and trials, review evidence, advise on rights and outcomes, negotiate pleas, and prepare affidavits, motions and appeals while coordinating with experts and staff to build