Crime Duty Solicitor

Are you a Crime Duty Solicitor seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? In exchange, the Firm provides a competitive salary and benefits package, with a positive and supportive work environment in a team takes pride in internal promotions.Our client is seeking a 1 year PQE+ Duty Solicitor to join the Crime Team on a full or part-time basis and may consider a candidate working towards duty status DOE. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly-funded work along with advocacy and communication skills.Joining a team of industry specialists this is an ideal opportunity further your growth within an award-winning Firm.Crime Duty Solicitor role:

• All aspects of criminal defence work from the Police Station through to the Court. Your main responsibilities will include
• Representing clients at the police station (including being part of the out-of-hours rota)
• Conducting own advocacy in the Magistrates' Court
• Responsible for your own caseload under the supervision

The Firm:With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003