Crime Solicitor – Criminal Defence & Prison Law
Stockport| Full-time | Immediate Start
Join a specialist criminal defence and prison law firm handling predominantly legal aid cases, alongside some high-quality private work. We are expanding our team and looking for a talented Crime Solicitor to work in a supportive, collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
1. Represent clients in Magistrates’ Courts, Crown Court, and prison law matters.
2. Manage your own caseload, including legal aid and private cases.
3. Provide expert advice and advocacy for clients across a range of criminal matters.
4. Work alongside 7 Duty Solicitors and a Higher Court Advocate in a close-knit team.
What We’re Looking For
5. Qualified solicitor with experience in criminal defence and/or prison law.
6. Strong advocacy, client care, and time management skills.
7. Experience managing your own caseload is desirable.
8. Commitment to delivering high-quality legal representation.
Why Join
9. Work in a dedicated criminal defence and prison law firm.
10. Mix of legal aid and private work.
11. Supportive, collaborative team environment.
12. Opportunity to work closely with experienced Duty Solicitors and Higher Court Advocate.