Senior Criminal Solicitor - Defense & Litigation Expert

Recruit Select Limited; Slough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Select Limited in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Criminal Solicitor to defend clients facing criminal charges across a range of cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations. The role involves representing clients in hearings, trials, and negotiations, with thorough case assessments of evidence, police reports, and witness statements.

You will advise clients on legal rights and options, negotiate plea terms with prosecutors, and prepare affidavits, motions, and appeals while

Qualifications

• Proven experience in criminal litigation and client representation
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly and confidently
• Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple cases efficiently

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 and transparency
• 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
• Proven experience in criminal litigation and client representation
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly and confidently
• Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple cases efficiently

Skills

Criminal litigation

Client representation

Communication skills

Case management

Job description

Recruit Select Limited in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Criminal Solicitor to defend clients facing criminal charges across a range of cases, from minor offenses to serious allegations. The role involves representing clients in hearings, trials, and negotiations, with thorough case assessments of evidence, police reports, and witness statements.

You will advise clients on legal rights and options, negotiate plea terms with prosecutors, and prepare affidavits, motions, and appeals while