Regulatory Police Solicitor / Advocate

TN United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm seeks a Regulatory Police Solicitor/Advocate to join its Police Team in Brighton. This role involves managing civil protective order applications and requires strong advocacy skills, court attendance, and a flexible approach to travel. The position offers the opportunity to work on impactful cases with remote working flexibility.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a strong interest in regulatory and police law.
• Experience in drafting and presenting cases in court.
• Willingness to travel for court hearings.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 100 civil protective order applications.
• Regular attendance at Magistrates' courts in Sussex.
• Advocacy in cases related to domestic violence and anti-social behavior.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Communication

IT proficiency

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

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Regulatory Police Solicitor / Advocate, Brighton

Client:

JMC Legal Recruitment

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Regulatory Police Solicitor / Advocate

BBBH56794_1745825721

Regulatory Police Solicitor / Advocate

BBBH56794_1745825721

Regulatory Police Solicitor/Advocate or Barrister | Sussex/Remote

(Regular Court Attendance in Brighton, East Sussex required)

A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a dedicated Solicitor Advocate or Barrister to join its Police Team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex and impactful cases while providing the flexibility of remote working, with regular court attendance required in Brighton and surrounding areas.

The Role:

You'll be joining one of the largest Regulatory departments in the country with a stellar reputation for providing expert legal advice across a broad range of sectors, including health, the public sector, corporations, and individuals.

This role is predominantly advocacy-based, requiring regular attendance at Magistrates' courts in Sussex.

While Brighton is a key location, hearings may also be scheduled in Surrey and sometimes further afield.

Your role will be to manage a caseload of approximately 100 civil protective order applications in the Magistrates' Court, including Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Sexual Harm Prevention Orders, Sexual Risk Orders, Anti-Social Behaviour Injunctions, and Closure Orders.

The Candidate:

You will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a strong interest in regulatory and police law. Also with:

• Experience drafting and presenting cases in court
• Strong advocacy skills or a willingness to develop them
• Strong communication and IT proficiency
• A flexible approach, with a willingness to travel for court hearings
• Experience of advocacy in the Magistrates' Court
• Experience advising and acting on behalf of police forces would be highly desirable