Motor Crime Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Nechells; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Health Cash Plan

Company Pension

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Motor Crime Solicitor to join a Birmingham-based specialist legal team. The role offers hybrid working and exposure to a varied caseload from minor road traffic offences to serious offences, with chances to work closely with regulators, police and expert witnesses.

You will support a Senior Lawyer, take witness statements, attend interviews under caution and assist cases through to resolution, with client-facing responsibilities and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with motor crime or criminal defence experience.
• NQ Solicitors with 6–12 months' experience will be considered.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, including SRA Standards & Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support a senior lawyer on a varied caseload of motor crime and criminal defence matters.
• Assist with cases ranging from minor road traffic offences to serious injury, dangerous driving and manslaughter.
• Investigate incidents and take witness statements.
• Attend interviews under caution.
• Prepare and draft detailed legal documents and case materials.
• Work directly with clients throughout the life of a case.
• Liaise with regulators, police forces and expert witnesses.
• Attend court hearings and inquests.
• Assist with case strategy and progression through to resolution.

Skills

Motor crime experience

Criminal defence experience

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Court appearance

Regulatory familiarity

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Motor Crime Solicitor - Birmingham - Hybrid - up to £50,000

A specialist legal team with an excellent reputation in criminal and regulatory defence, particularly in motor-related offences, is seeking a Solicitor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied caseload ranging from minor road traffic offences through to serious injury, dangerous driving and manslaughter cases.

As a Motor Crime Solicitor, you’ll support a Senior Lawyer across a varied and technically challenging caseload. You’ll be involved in investigating incidents, taking witness statements, attending interviews under caution and assisting with cases through to resolution. The role offers significant client exposure, as well as opportunities to work closely with regulators, police and experts, and attend court hearings and inquests.

The Role

• Supporting a senior lawyer on a varied caseload of motor crime and criminal defence matters


• Assisting with cases ranging from minor road traffic offences to serious injury, dangerous driving and manslaughter


• Investigating incidents and taking witness statements


• Attending interviews under caution


• Preparing and drafting detailed legal documents and case materials


• Working directly with clients throughout the life of a case


• Liaising with regulators, police forces and expert witnesses


• Attending court hearings and inquests


• Assisting with case strategy and progression through to resolution


• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the team

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in motor crime or criminal defence


• NQ Solicitors with 6–12 months' experience will be considered


• Legal aid experience with an interest in moving into private practice would also be considered


• Strong analytical skills with experience reviewing complex evidence


• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach


• Comfortable attending court hearings, inquests and interviews under caution


• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, including SRA Standards & Regulations


• Confident using case management systems and drafting detailed legal documents


• Proactive team player with a flexible and results-focused approach

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 depending on experience


• Hybrid working arrangements


• Opportunities to attend court, inquests and regulatory interviews


• Exposure to high-quality, serious motor crime and regulatory cases


• Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development


• Private medical insurance


• Health Cash Plan


• Company Pension


• Ongoing training and development

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant

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About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.