Duty Solicitor
Location: North West
Salary: Negotiable
Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a leading nation-wide law firm to appoint a Duty Solicitor in North West England. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified solicitor to represent clients from the police station through to court hearings. This is a full time position with a generous renumeration package.
Duties:
* Representing clients detained at police stations.
* Representing clients at court hearings.
* Managing a caseload of criminal defence cases covering a full range of offences.
* Act in accordance with Solicitors Regulation Authority rules and ethical obligations.
* Maintain confidentiality and professional independence.
* Keep and maintain accurate records.
* Respond promptly to urgent calls from police stations or courts.
Requirements:
* Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
* Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme accreditation.
* Proven experience handling a wide range of criminal law matters.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to multitask and manage a caseload.
* Proficient in use of case management systems.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Willingness to participate in a 24/7 duty rota, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
For more information, please get in touch with Kimi at Imperial Recruitment Group