Duty Solicitor Criminal Defence
Location: Redditch
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am 5:30 pm
Salary: £30,000 £45,000 (dependent on experience)
Established in 2022, our client is a specialist criminal defence practice providing expert legal advice and representation to clients across the UK. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering professional, approachable, and client-focused legal services, offering support through every stage of criminal proceedings.
The Role
Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced Criminal Duty Solicitor to join a busy and well-established specialist criminal defence practice based in Redditch. The successful candidate will become part of a supportive and experienced legal team providing high-quality representation and advice across all stages of criminal proceedings.
The role involves representing clients at police stations and courts, managing a varied caseload, and contributing to the continued success and development of the department. Duty Solicitor status and membership of the Court and 24-hour Police Station rota are essential.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing legal advice and assistance to clients at all stages of criminal proceedings
Attending police stations to represent clients as part of the 24-hour rota
Representing clients in Magistrates Court and Crown Court proceedings
Managing a caseload in line with SRA Code of Conduct, LAA Contract requirements, SQM standards, and internal quality procedures
Taking detailed client instructions and providing clear, practical legal advice
Conducting legal research and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of criminal law
Undertaking advocacy and case preparation for court hearings and trials
Assisting in appeals against conviction and/or sentence where required
Supporting and supervising administrative staff where appropriate
Contributing to the development and improvement of office procedures
Ensuring compliance with confidentiality, equality, and diversity policies
Maintaining a safe, professional, and efficient working environment
Requirements
Essential
Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE
Current Duty Solicitor accreditation and eligibility for rota membership
Strong experience in criminal law practice
Proven experience in:
Police station representation
Crown Court and Magistrates Court advocacy
Excellent communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage a busy caseload
Strong understanding of SRA, LAA, and SQM compliance requirements
Full UK driving licence
Competent IT and computer literacy skills
Strong understanding of confidentiality and professional obligations
Desirable
Experience supervising junior staff or administrative teams
Ability to contribute to training, knowledge sharing, and team development
Strong organisational and time management skills
Whats in It For You
Opportunity to join a respected and well-established criminal defence firm
Supportive and experienced team environment
Varied and challenging caseload
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Active role within a busy and reputable legal practice
Annual leave: 21 days plus bank holidays
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