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Managing Director at Ashmans | Specialist in High-Stakes Criminal Defence & Reputation Protection | Criminal Defence for Professionals | Justice with…
Duty Solicitor – Part Time (2 Days/Week)
Ashmans Solicitors – West Yorkshire or South Yorkshire (On-site)
Start Date: Flexible | Legal 500-Ranked | Lexcel-Accredited
Looking for flexibility—without stepping away from meaningful legal work?
At Ashmans Solicitors, we understand that career priorities can evolve. Whether you're balancing family commitments, pursuing further study, or simply seeking better work-life balance, this role offers you the chance to stay active in high-quality criminal defence work on a flexible, part-time basis.
We are a nationally recognised, specialist criminal defence firm, committed to excellence, ethics, and compassion. With us, you’ll make a real difference—without compromising your personal wellbeing or time.
Work Two Days. Stay Fully Engaged.
Our flexible 2-day working model is designed to accommodate your life while keeping you involved in serious, high-impact legal work. Your days can be arranged around your schedule, with full team support.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you’ll continue to apply your criminal defence expertise to real, rewarding cases. You’ll:
* Represent clients at police station interviews and Magistrates’ Court proceedings
* Offer compassionate, clear legal advice aligned with Ashmans’ values
* Manage your caseload confidently with help from advanced legal tech
* Collaborate with experienced solicitors on strategy, preparation, and advocacy
What You’ll Bring
* Qualified solicitor with at least 1 year’s duty accreditation
* Strong communication skills and client-focused approach
* Organised, dependable, and confident in court and advisory settings
* Genuine alignment with Compassion, Integrity, and Trust
What You’ll Receive
* 10% fee share (duty cases) | 20% fee share (own referrals)
* Enhanced out-of-hours pay: £110 per attendance | £10 per advice call
* Access to mentoring, training, and progression pathways
* Cutting-edge legal tech to reduce admin
* Pro-rata holidays (based on 20 days + bank holidays full-time allowance)
Why Ashmans?
We’ve built our firm around people—not just processes. Whether you're full-time or part-time, you’ll be welcomed, supported, and given space to grow. Your experience and dedication matter here—and your contribution will be recognised.
Apply Now
If you're seeking a role that fits around your life while allowing you to continue doing the work you care about, we’d love to hear from you.
recruitment@ashmanssolicitors.com
Please include your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest and availability.
*Subject to T&Cs. Ashmans Solicitors is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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