Duty Solicitor

Puro Associates; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Professional development

Exposure to criminal defence matters

Job summary

Puro Associates is seeking a Duty Solicitor in the City of London to join its Crime Team on a full-time basis. You will handle a varied criminal defence caseload, representing clients at police stations and in the Magistrates’ Court.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year PQE in criminal matters, with a willingness to obtain Crime Duty accreditation by January 2027. Strong advocacy and organisational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters.
• Crime Duty accreditation preferred, but not essential.
• Candidates must obtain accreditation by January 2027.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Confident managing a demanding caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Professional, pragmatic and positive approach.
• Genuine interest in publicly funded criminal defence work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• IT proficient, with experience using case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Representing clients detained at police stations.
• Managing a caseload of criminal defence matters covering a range of offences.
• Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, including summary trials.
• Handling Crown Court hearings where Higher Rights are held.
• Providing high-quality client care and legal advice.
• Managing cases efficiently and working to tight deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Advocacy

Time management

Caseload management

Case management systems

Education

PQE in criminal matters

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Duty Solicitor – City of London

Salary: Up to £50,000

Location: City of London

Type: Full-time

A well-established multi-service law firm is looking for a Duty Solicitor to join its Crime Team in its City of London office.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a supportive and growing team, handling a varied criminal defence caseload and representing clients across police stations and the Magistrates’ Court.

Key Responsibilities

• Representing clients detained at police stations
• Managing a caseload of criminal defence matters covering a range of offences
• Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, including summary trials
• Handling Crown Court hearings where Higher Rights are held
• Providing high-quality client care and legal advice
• Managing cases efficiently and working to tight deadlines

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters
• Crime Duty accreditation preferred, but not essential
• Candidates without accreditation will be expected to obtain it by January 2027
• Strong communication and advocacy skills
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
• Confident managing a demanding caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Professional, pragmatic and positive approach
• Genuine interest in publicly funded criminal defence work
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• IT proficient, with experience using case management systems

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000, dependent on experience
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional developmentCareer progression opportunities
• Exposure to a broad range of criminal defence matters
• Opportunity to work within an experienced Crime Team