Duty Solicitor Accreditation - Police Station Accredited
Practice Areas: Criminal Law
Location: Derby
Contact:
Phone: 01332 348 8484
Email: mz@ewlaw.co.uk
Closing Date: 15-03-2025
Reference #: wtm4CETi195
Criminal Defence Solicitor – Derby
Full-time; 3+ years’ PQE
Join a long-established legal firm in Derby and become part of a committed and enthusiastic team. You will represent clients at the police station and Magistrates’ Court on a wide variety of matters, some being complex and requiring detailed knowledge of the relevant law.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Represent clients during police station interviews and at Magistrates’ Court hearings
2. Prepare cases including doing legal research and drafting documents
3. Oversee the day-to-day running of the department, ensuring compliance with LAA requirements
4. Participate in out of hours’ rota for police station attendance
Requirements:
1. Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE
2. Duty Solicitor accreditation or the willingness to become accredited
3. Ability to communicate well and give clear advice whilst having empathy towards the client
4. Knowledge of legal aid billing or willingness to become proficient
Further Details:
1. 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
2. Hours: 35 hours a week 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday to Friday plus out of hours’ rota
3. Out of hours work paid at the current rate set by the partners
4. Salary according to experience
If you are interested, please contact Christopher Gabb at CMG@ewlaw.co.uk or call 01332 348484 for an informal discussion.
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