Job Description
Job Title: Criminal Defence Solicitor
Location: Coventry
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience
About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Criminal Defence Solicitor, with Duty Solicitor status, to join our established legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and representation to clients facing criminal charges, from minor offences to serious crimes. The role involves managing a legal aid and private client caseload, attending Magistrates/Crown Courts and Police stations and working closely with clients and barristers to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and representation to clients in criminal defence cases
- Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring timely and effective case progression
- Prepare and review legal documents, including prosecution evidence, briefs to Counsel and dealing with the Legal Aid Agency
- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis
- Attend Court hearings, conduct trials, and provide representation at Police stations
- Negotiate with prosecutors and other legal professionals to secure favourable outcomes for clients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date c...