Seeking Criminal Duty solicitors, on consultancy basis with a generous retainer of £1,250.00 per month plus a % of crown court & mags court fees and a % of own work bought in to the firm. Must be able to do the minimum requirements to keep their duty status.
The Crime Solicitor role:
You'll play a key role as a crime solicitor in the criminal defence team, representing clients at the police station and Magistrates' Court, while also supporting with Crown Court matters as needed. This role is ideal for a solicitor who enjoys autonomy but values being part of a tight, collaborative unit.
Key Responsibilities of a Crime Solicitor:
* Attend and represent clients at the police station and Magistrates' Court as part of the duty rota
* Manage your own caseload of criminal matters from instruction through to conclusion
* Support Crown Court files, working closely with in-house advocates and external counsel
* Provide clear, practical advice across a range of offences including assault, drug offences, theft, and public order matters
* Ensure compliance with LAA contract requirements and regulatory obligations
* Take part in the out-of-hours rota
The ideal Crime Solicitor candidate will be an ambitious and detail orientated. You will have:
* A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 1+ years PQE in criminal defence
* Duty Solicitor accreditation is essential
* Ideally qualified as a Criminal Supervisor under the LAA contract
If you're aCrime Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37296.
Position Title:Crime Solicitor
Location: Nationwide
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Reference: BH- 37296
Work Type:Consultancy
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