Duty Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited in London is seeking a Duty Solicitor with 3+ PQE to join a specialist criminal defence team. The role offers flexible hybrid working and opportunities for professional development within a supportive practice.

You will represent clients detained at police stations, undertake Magistrates’ Court advocacy and Crown Court advocacy where Higher Rights apply, and manage cases with thorough preparation and IT proficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ PQE in criminal law
• Strong advocacy and courtroom experience
• Excellent client care and case preparation

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at police stations with legal advice and representation
• Undertake Magistrates’ Court advocacy and Crown Court advocacy where Higher Rights of Audience obtained
• Manage a demanding criminal defence caseload with diligent preparation and deadlines

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Duty Solicitor, 3+ PQE, London, £40,000–£50,000 (DOE). An exciting opportunity to join a specialist criminal defence team, handling a diverse range of serious and complex criminal matters, with the added benefit of flexible hybrid working - JOB REF: 215306010

OVERVIEW

• You will represent clients detained at police stations, providing expert legal advice and representation, while managing a varied criminal defence caseload and ensuring all matters are thoroughly prepared and progressed within required deadlines.
• The role will also involve undertaking Magistrates’ Court advocacy, including summary trials, alongside Crown Court advocacy where you hold Higher Rights of Audience.
• You will play an integral role in delivering high-quality legal representation and exceptional client care, working both independently and collaboratively as part of a supportive and expanding Crime team.
• The successful candidate will be a Duty Qualified Solicitor with ideally at least 3 years’ PQE in criminal law, bringing strong advocacy, communication, and case preparation skills.
• You will be confident managing a demanding caseload independently, able to remain calm under pressure and demonstrate excellent IT proficiency and attention to detail. A proactive, pragmatic, and professional approach is essential, alongside a genuine commitment to publicly funded legal work, delivering outstanding client care and building effective working relationships.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-regarded specialist criminal defence practice, recognised for its expertise in serious and complex criminal matters and its commitment to delivering exceptional legal representation. You will become part of a supportive and expanding team, working alongside experienced criminal law practitioners and industry specialists within a collaborative environment that encourages professional development and career progression.

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