Solicitor (Criminal Law)

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established firm in Cardiff is seeking an ambitious solicitor to join their dedicated team specializing in criminal law. This full-time role involves advising clients, preparing legal documents, and representing them throughout the criminal justice process. The ideal candidate will have experience in criminal law and a commitment to client advocacy. Join a reputable firm where your contributions will make a significant impact in the lives of clients facing legal challenges. This is an opportunity to grow and develop within a supportive environment while making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience as an admitted solicitor in criminal law is essential.
• Willingness to achieve duty solicitor qualification on commencement.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on law and sentencing guidelines.
• Preparing documents for the criminal justice process.
• Representing clients at police stations and courts.

Skills

Criminal Law

Legal Aid Knowledge

Police Station Accreditation

Client Representation

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Duty Solicitor Qualification

Job description

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We are a well-established, reputable, busy firm of solicitors based in Cardiff city centre, specialising in criminal and prison law and seek an ambitious, dedicated solicitor to join our team.

The successful candidate will have some experience as an admitted solicitor in criminal law but must be hard working and committed to representing clients facing the criminal justice system. It would beneficial if the successful candidate had achieved their duty solicitor qualification, however that is not essential provided the successful candidate is willing to work towards achieving that on commencement of employment. Police Station Accreditation and knowledge of the Legal Aid system is essential.

Please note a full driving licence and use of own car is required for this role.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring current knowledge of all areas of criminal law and ensuring continued competence
• Advising clients on the law, evidence and sentencing guidelines applicable to their case
• Preparing all documents necessary for the criminal justice process (statements, defence case statement, legal arguments etc)
• Submitting applications for Legal Aid and related matters.
• Representing clients at all stages of the criminal process (Police station, Magistrates Court, Crown Court etc) and advancing their legal rights.
• Maintaining accurate case records, time recording and compliance with LAA contract and LEXCEL quality mark, also ensuring clients remain updated on their case progression.
• You will be required be on call to represent clients at the police station out of office hours on a weekly rota.
• You will work under the instruction of senior solicitors.

How to apply:

In your application, please include:

• A cover letter outlining why you are suitable for this role (we will not accept any applications without this)
• CV outlining your experience

Applications close at 5pm on 16th May 2025.

Hours:

This is a full-time position of 35 hours from Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm, as well as overtime.

£TBC (depending upon experience and qualifications) plus overtime for Police station attendance out of hours.