Crime Duty Solicitor NQ

Posted 13 May by Law Staff Limited
Easy Apply
£32,000 - £45,000 per annum
Luton , Kent
Permanent, full-time
Be one of the first ten applicants

Register and upload your CV to apply with just one click

View all jobs
Posted by Law Staff Limited
This well-known Lexcel accredited Law Firm based in Essex have recently instructed Law Staff to recruit a Crime Duty Solicitor for this exciting new opportunity.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Crime Duty Solicitor who may be newly qualified (NQ), although experienced Solicitors looking for a fresh challenge are invited to be considered.

The successful solicitor will handle a demanding caseload of criminal matters, whilst proving to have an outstanding client care skills.

Responsibilities
  • Representing clients detained at police stations
  • Attending police stations
  • Drafting instructions to counsel and expert witnesses
  • Magistrates’ and Crown Court cases
  • Appeals in the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court
  • Bail applications
  • Murder
  • Appeals
  • Motoring offences
  • Drug offences
  • Fraud
  • Violent crimes

The Candidate
  • NQ Duty Solicitors will be considered
  • At least 2 years fee earning within Crime matters
  • Duty accreditation is essential
  • Personable with clear and concise communication skills
  • Able to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
  • Strives for high standards in their work
  • Has a great attention to detail and demonstrates a strong work ethic

The Firm
Our client is a long-established firm that is staffed by experienced professions who together offer a wide range of legal services to both individuals and businesses alike. This multi-office practice prides themselves on being able to offer first-class advice and legal services to their clients while at the same time adding a personal touch and developing and building strong relationships.

Benefits
  • Hybrid working opportunities

For further details of this vacancy, please contact Marcus Stevens on quoting reference 36375.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.

In accordance with The Conduct of Agencies and Businesses Regulations Act of 2003 - https://ukdsi/2003/0110483138

Reference: 52640391

Please note Reed.co.uk does not communicate with candidates via Whatsapp, and we will never ask you to provide your bank, passport or driving licence details during the application process. To stay safe in your job search and flexible work, we recommend visiting JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat labour market abuse. Visit the JobsAware website for information and free expert advice for safer work.

Report this job

Not quite what you are looking for? Try these similar searches