Duty Criminal Solicitor

eNL; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Country Regional Law Firm is seeking an experienced Duty Criminal Solicitor to join its busy Criminal Defence team. You will handle a varied caseload from initial instruction through to conclusion, with emphasis on duty solicitor work and advocacy.

Responsibilities include police station representation, Magistrates' Court advocacy, Crown Court matters, case preparation and client conferences. The firm offers a supportive regional environment and clear career development within criminal

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in Criminal Defence.
• Duty Solicitor accreditation preferred or in progress.
• Strong advocacy and client communication abilities.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Police station representation
• Magistrates' Court advocacy
• Crown Court matters
• Preparing cases and advising clients on plea and strategy
• Conducting conferences with clients
• Reviewing evidence and preparing cases for trial
• Representing clients at hearings
• Providing clear, practical and robust legal advice
• Working as part of the wider Criminal Defence team

Skills

Advocacy skills

Client-care

Communication skills

Team player

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified solicitor - Criminal Defence

Job description

Duty Criminal Solicitor Black Country Regional Law Firm Excellent Career Opportunity

Are you an experienced Criminal Solicitor looking for your next opportunity with a well-established regional law firm?

We are working with a respected law firm in the Black Country that is looking to appoint a Duty Criminal Solicitor to join its established Criminal Defence team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who is passionate about criminal defence, enjoys advocacy and wants to be part of a supportive and well-established regional practice.

The Role

You will handle a varied caseload of criminal defence matters, representing clients from initial instruction through to conclusion.

The role will include:

• Police station representation
• Magistrates' Court advocacy
• Crown Court matters
• Preparing cases and advising clients on plea and strategy
• Conducting conferences with clients
• Reviewing evidence and preparing cases for trial
• Representing clients at hearings
• Providing clear, practical and robust legal advice
• Working as part of the wider Criminal Defence team

There will be a strong emphasis on duty solicitor work and advocacy, so this role would suit someone who enjoys being in court and is looking to develop their experience within a busy criminal practice.

About You

We are looking for a qualified Criminal Solicitor with solid experience in criminal defence.

Ideally, you will:

• Be a qualified solicitor with experience in Criminal Defence
• Hold, or be working towards, Duty Solicitor accreditation
• Have strong advocacy skills
• Be confident representing clients at the police station and in court
• Have excellent client-care and communication skills
• Be able to manage a busy caseload and work effectively under pressure
• Be commercially aware and committed to providing a high level of client service
• Be a team player who wants to build a long-term career within a regional firm

Higher Rights of Audience would be advantageous but are not essential.

The Firm

You will be joining an established regional law firm with a strong presence across the Black Country and a reputation for providing high-quality legal services to its clients.

The firm offers a supportive working environment, genuine career development opportunities and the chance to work alongside experienced criminal practitioners.

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity for a Duty Solicitor who wants to join a well-established regional firm, take on high-quality criminal work and play an important role within an established team.

If you are looking for a role offering quality work, advocacy opportunities and long-term career prospects, this could be the move for you.