Criminal Solicitor — Flexible Hours & Duty Solicitor Training

Law Staff Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Duty Solicitor training support

Opportunity to work with experienced W

Job summary

Law Staff Ltd's respected Legal 500 criminal department is seeking a Criminal Solicitor to handle all aspects of criminal law, from advisory work and police stations to Court of Appeal, with privately funded and Legal Aid cases.

The role offers training toward the Duty Solicitor qualification, genuine professional development, and the chance to advocate alongside experienced solicitor advocates in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor eligible to practice in England and Wales.
• Experience or willingness to train toward Duty Solicitor qualification.
• Excellent communication and client-care standards.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of criminal law from advisory work and police station proceedings to appellate proceedings.
• Attend and advise clients at police stations.
• Conduct advocacy and develop advocacy skills.
• Provide quality advice with high standards of client care.
• Organise workload and meet deadlines.
• Work flexibly as part of the criminal department.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Criminal law knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

IT skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Law Staff Ltd's respected Legal 500 criminal department is seeking a Criminal Solicitor to handle all aspects of criminal law, from advisory work and police stations to Court of Appeal, with privately funded and Legal Aid cases.

The role offers training toward the Duty Solicitor qualification, genuine professional development, and the chance to advocate alongside experienced solicitor advocates in a challenging yet rewarding environment.