My client is seeking a dynamic, commercially minded Crime Duty Solicitor to join their firm in Blackburn, Lancashire.
The successful Crime Duty Solicitor will join a friendly and supportive firm that has established itself as one of the leading Criminal Law firms in the area, attracting challenging, high-profile matters across general and serious crime and fraud.
The firm handles both legal aid cases and represents privately paying clients, thus expecting a high level of advice and representation. Their privately paying clients expect nothing but the best—a service to be proud to deliver around the clock. As a result, the successful candidate will be expected to flex to the needs of the business when required.
Responsibilities
* Manage and develop a caseload of criminal law cases, including representation at Police Stations and Magistrates Courts.
* Participate in the out-of-hours rota for Police Station attendance.
* Develop and maintain local and regional networks to attract and secure new business.
Candidate Requirements
* A strong commitment and interest in criminal defence.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Good analytical and organisational skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and under pressure.
* A strong work ethic and legal research skills.
* Fluency in spoken and written English, with the ability to produce high-standard written communications to agencies and clients.
* Computer literacy, as the offices are fully computerized and use an integrated case management system.
If you have any questions or wish to apply, please contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.
Please note: Due to the volume of applications, we may be unable to respond to every applicant directly. If you have not heard from us within three working days, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
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