Criminal Defense Solicitor
Location: Warrington
Salary: £DOE
Hours: 9.00am - 5.15pm / Monday - Friday / Hybrid
Here at Findyourfootsteps Recruitment, we have teamed up with one of the U.K's leading legal firms in the support of their recruitment for a criminal defense solicitor for their office in Warrington.
Not only are they seeking an experienced criminal solicitor, but there is also room in the department for a NQ Criminal Solicitor as well
Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of criminal matters for a mix of legal aid and privately funded clients
- Conducting advocacy in Magistrates Court
- Managing a caseload of Crown Court cases
- Attending court hearings and representing clients at police stations
- Liaising with other solicitors in the team, clients, courts and third parties
- Progressing cases efficiently
- Preparing clear,
accurate documentation and providing legal advice
- Supporting and contributing to team objectives
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
About you:
- Experience in criminal law
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
- IT proficiency and strong organisational skills
- A proactive, team-focused approach
Desirable accreditations:
- Police station Accreditation
- Duty Status or willingness to work towards it
- Police station Accreditation - training and support provided for NQ
- Willingness to work towards Duty Solicitor status for NQ
If the above sounds like you, then please apply for an immediate telephone interview
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