Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a Legal 500 law firm based in West Yorkshire. They are looking for a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join their expanding legal team.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity to work amongst the legal experts and progress your career. Please find below further details with regards to the position.\n\nThis role pays a competitive salary of £37,000 - £47,000 depending on experience.\n\nThe right candidate must be police station accredited.\n\nResponsibilities as a Criminal Duty Solicitor:\n\nRepresent defendants during hearings at the magistrate's court, often in the early stages of criminal proceedings.\nOffer guidance on criminal charges, the strength of the evidence, and potential consequences.\nDefend clients at bail hearings, first appearances, and sometimes during sentencing.\nAdvise individuals detained at police stations during interviews and questioning.About you as a Criminal Duty Solicitor:\n\nDuty Solicitor Accreditation under the Duty Solicitor Scheme, usually including a police station accreditation.\nAt least 1-year PQE in Criminal law matters.\nDealing with high caseloads from start to completion in Criminal Law.Benefits: \n\nBenefit Scheme\nHealth Care\nHoliday Pay \nIf you or someone that you kno...