Experienced Criminal Solicitor – Defend, Advise & Win

Recruit Select Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Criminal Solicitor role available across multiple jurisdictions in Buckinghamshire, Midlands, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Telford, Middlesex and Worcester. You will defend clients facing criminal charges across a diverse range of cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations, handling both Private Clients and funded cases.

The role requires defending clients in criminal proceedings, reviewing evidence, police reports, and witness statements,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in criminal litigation and client representation.
• Excellent communication to explain complex legal concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple cases under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and negotiations.
• Conduct thorough case assessments by reviewing evidence, police reports, and witness statements.
• Advise clients on their legal rights, options, and potential outcomes with clarity.
• Negotiate plea agreements and sentencing terms with prosecutors to secure favorable results for clients.
• Prepare legal documents such as affidavits, motions, and appeals with meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaborate with experts, investigators, and support staff to build strong defense strategies.
• Maintain comprehensive case files and ensure compliance with all legal procedures and deadlines.

Skills

Criminal litigation

Client representation

Communication

Working under pressure

Job description

Criminal Solicitor role available across multiple jurisdictions in Buckinghamshire, Midlands, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Telford, Middlesex and Worcester. You will defend clients facing criminal charges across a diverse range of cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations, handling both Private Clients and funded cases.

The role requires defending clients in criminal proceedings, reviewing evidence, police reports, and witness statements,