Duty Solicitor

Brandon James Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd, a Legal 500 recognised firm in the City of London, is seeking a Duty Solicitor to join its expanding Criminal Defence team. You will manage a varied criminal caseload, represent clients at police stations and undertake advocacy in the Magistrates' Court.

The role offers hybrid working, ongoing training and clear progression within the Criminal team, with supportive colleagues and strong admin support.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year's PQE in Criminal Law.
• Excellent advocacy and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Representing clients at police stations
• Managing a full criminal defence caseload covering a broad range of offences
• Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates' Court, including summary trials
• Attending Crown Court hearings where Higher Rights apply
• Advising clients throughout criminal proceedingsPreparing cases for hearings and trial
• Liaising with courts, counsel, police and external agencies
• Maintaining accurate case files and compliance records

Skills

Advocacy

Communication

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year's PQE in Criminal Law

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

A Legal 500 and Chambers UK recognised, multi office law firm is seeking a Duty Solicitor to join its expanding Criminal Defence team in the City of London. This Duty Solicitor role offers the opportunity to manage a varied criminal caseload, represent clients at police stations and undertake advocacy in the Magistrates' Court. The Duty Solicitor will join a supportive team with genuine opportunities for progression, ongoing training and exposure to high quality criminal defence work.

The Company?

The successful Duty Solicitor will join an upper tier, multi service law firm specialising in Criminal Defence, Family Law, Housing, Civil Liberties and Human Rights. The firm is recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers UK and provides a collaborative environment with structured career development and strong administrative support.

The Role

As the Duty Solicitor you will manage a varied criminal defence caseload while representing clients throughout the criminal justice process.

• Representing clients at police stations
• Managing a full criminal defence caseload covering a broad range of offences
• Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates' Court, including summary trials
• Attending Crown Court hearings where Higher Rights apply
• Advising clients throughout criminal proceedingsPreparing cases for hearings and trial
• Liaising with courts, counsel, police and external agencies
• Maintaining accurate case files and compliance records

The Duty Solicitor?

You will be a confident Criminal Solicitor with a passion for publicly funded work and strong advocacy skills.

The Duty Solicitor must have:

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year's PQE in Criminal Law
• Duty Solicitor accreditation preferred (or willingness to obtain accreditation)
• Excellent advocacy and communication skills
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload independently
• Strong IT skills and experience using case management systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Professional, pragmatic and client focused approach
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team

In return ?

• £37,000 to £47,000 salary
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing training and career development
• Clear progression opportunities within the Criminal team
• Supportive and collaborative working environment