Duty Solicitor

Clayton Legal; Luton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Luton is seeking a Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their team. This role involves defending clients in high-stakes cases, including cybercrime, drug offences, and human trafficking. Candidates should possess a CLAS qualification, relevant legal experience, and strong communication skills. The firm offers competitive salary prospects and opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated team. If you are exploring your options in criminal law, this could be the perfect fit.

Benefits

Competitive salary reflecting experience

Exposure to complex, high-profile cases

Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in criminal cases
• Work with a respected criminal defence firm
• Build courtroom experience in Bedfordshire magistrates’ courts

Skills

CLAS qualification

Experience in Legal Aid practice and advocacy

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently under pressure

Knowledge of billing procedures and legal processes

Meticulous attention to detail

Job description

Criminal Defence Solicitor – Bedfordshire (Luton) & Surrounding Magistrates’ Courts

Do you want to build a career defending clients in high-stakes criminal cases? To work with a team known across the South East, East of England, and London for handling serious, complex cases? If yes – this is the role for you.

We’re representing a highly regarded criminal defence firm that takes on challenging and meaningful work, including:

• Cybercrime & fraud
• Driving & drug offences
• Human trafficking & exploitation
• Sexual and violent offences
• Weapon offences & terrorism-related cases

Why You Should Apply

• Work alongside a respected criminal defence team, tackling serious and high-profile cases.
• Build real courtroom experience, attending Bedfordshire magistrates’ courts (especially Luton) and police stations.
• Full support to achieve Duty Solicitor qualification if you’re not already qualified.
• Opportunities for trainees and non-qualified fee earners with relevant criminal law experience to grow quickly.

What We’re Looking For

• CLAS qualification (no minimum PQE required)
• Experience in Legal Aid practice and advocacy
• Confident working independently under pressure
• Knowledge of billing procedures and legal processes
• Excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary reflecting your experience
• Exposure to a wide range of complex, high-profile criminal cases
• The chance to develop your career in a respected, ambitious team

Not exactly what you’re looking for? Or just exploring your options? Let’s set up a call – I’d love to chat about the firm, the role, and see if this could be the right fit for you.