Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of a Legal 500 firm who are seeking a Duty Solicitor to join their criminal department. Please find below further details with regards to this role.
ROLE: Duty Solicitor
LOCATION: Central or South East London
SALARY: £37,000 to £45,000
The Role:
1. To handle a variety of criminal defence cases and provide essential representation to clients.
2. To manage your own caseload and gain exposure to a broad range of criminal matters.
3. To conduct advocacy in the Magistrates' Court and, if you have it, in the Crown Court.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Providing representation for clients detained at police stations.
2. Managing your own caseload of criminal defence cases, covering a wide range of offences.
3. Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates' Court, including summary trials, and Crown Court hearings (if you hold Higher Rights of Audience).
The Person:
1. At least 1 year's PQE in criminal law.
2. Duty Solicitor accreditation.
3. Proficiency with case management systems and IT.
4. The ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision.
If this Duty Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.
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