Criminal Defence Solicitor

Overview

Criminal Defence Solicitor / NQ+ / West Yorkshire / £30,000+ DOE

A well established and reputable criminal defence firm is seeking a dedicated Criminal Defence Solicitor to join its busy team. To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 2871

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters, representing clients at the police station and Magistrates' Court, with exposure to Crown Court work as experience develops.
• Advise clients at often critical stages of proceedings, preparing cases thoroughly and liaising with counsel, courts and other agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes.
• There will be opportunities to undertake advocacy and to build strong relationships with clients, delivering clear, practical advice with professionalism and reassurance.

Candidate requirements

• Qualified Solicitor from NQ level upwards with experience in criminal defence. Duty qualification is preferred, although candidates working towards accreditation will also be considered.
• You should be confident handling your own caseload, attending police stations and Magistrates' Court and working effectively under pressure.
• Strong advocacy, case preparation and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to providing high quality representation and client care.
• This role would suit a resilient and motivated Solicitor who thrives in a fast paced environment and is passionate about criminal defence work. You will be organised, proactive and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.

How to apply

Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on / or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

EEO and diversity

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.