Criminal Solicitor

Criminal Duty Solicitor

Location: Barrow-in-Furness (with Kendal court and police station rota)

Join a Respected and Supportive Criminal Defence Team

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Criminal Duty Solicitor to join a busy and well-established team covering Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal. This is an excellent opportunity for a duty accredited solicitor with at least 12 months' criminal law experience who is looking to build their career within a progressive and employee-owned firm.

The Role

As a Criminal Duty Solicitor, you will represent and advise clients across a broad range of criminal matters, providing high-quality legal support at police stations and courts. You will play a key role within the team, delivering excellent client care while managing your caseload efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Criminal Duty Solicitor to represent and advise clients on a wide range of criminal law matters
• Attend police stations and courts as part of the Duty Solicitor Scheme
• Manage caseloads effectively using the firm's case management system
• Deliver exceptional standards of client care and communication
• Participate in the out-of-hours police station rota
• Promote the firm's wider legal services where appropriate

About You

• Duty Solicitor accreditation and eligibility for duty solicitor schemes
• A minimum of 12 months' experience in criminal law
• Strong organisational and case management skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities
• A proactive, professional and team-focused approach

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• The opportunity to work within an employee-owned business with potential for tax-free bonuses
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave
• Medicash health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts
• A supportive team culture with ongoing professional development opportunities