Solicitor in London

Location: UK
Salary: £45,000 per year
Recruiter: Law Staff Legal Recruitment
Job Hours: Full-time

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Crime Duty Solicitors sought within an established practice in West London.

Salary bracket £45,000 - £50,000


This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated Crime Duty Solicitors to join a highly regarded criminal team located in the West London area. Managing a diverse caseload covering the full remit of criminal matters, the successful solicitor will utilise their skills and expertise in this area to advise clients from initial arrest up to and including trial.


To put you forward for this position, we require your ideal salary post code, location and notice period.


Responsibilities

  • Attending clients to take instructions
  • Managing a caseload of criminal defence matters
  • Sexual offences
  • Murder and manslaughter
  • Road traffic offences
  • Drug related offences
  • Representing clients detained at the police station
  • Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court


The Candidate

  • Qualified solicitors with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE
  • Technical proficiency in criminal law is essential
  • Possesses crime duty accreditation
  • Demonstrates outstanding communication and client care skills
  • Confident conducting advocacy
  • Be able to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision
  • Works well under pressure to meet tight deadlines


The Firm

Our client is an established practice who offers a range of legal services from their centrally located offices within reach of excellent transport links. Providing high quality advice to individuals based both locally and further afield, they pride themselves on excellence in client care, delivering a service which is both cost-effective and personable. They are now seeking Crime Duty Solicitors on a permanent basis in London & Buckinghamshire.


Our Agency Requirements

  • What salary are you currently seeking?
  • How far are you most comfortable to travel from home?
  • How long is your notice period?


Duty Solicitor – Crime


For further details of this Crime Duty Solicitor vacancy, please contact Marcus on 01954 208064 quoting reference MS32962.


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