Criminal Duty Solicitor
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (with Kendal court and police station rota)
Join a Respected and Supportive Criminal Defence Team
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Criminal Duty Solicitor to join a busy and well-established team covering Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal. This is an excellent opportunity for a duty accredited solicitor with at least 12 months’ criminal law experience who is looking to build their career within a progressive and employee-owned firm.
The Role
As a Criminal Duty Solicitor, you will represent and advise clients across a broad range of criminal matters, providing high-quality legal support at police stations and courts. You will play a key role within the team, delivering excellent client care while managing your caseload efficiently and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Criminal Duty Solicitor to represent and advise clients on a wide range of criminal law matters
- Attend police stations and courts as part of the Duty Solicitor Scheme
- Manage caseloads effectively using the firm’s case management system
- Deliver exceptional standards of client care and communication
- Participate in the out-of-hours police station rota
- Promote the firm’s wider legal services where appropriate
About You
- Duty Solicitor accreditation and eligibility for duty solicitor schemes
- A minimum of 12 months’ experience in criminal law
- Strong organisational and case management skills
- Excellent communication and client service abilities
- A proactive, professional and team-focused approach
What We Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- The opportunity to work within an employee-owned business with potential for tax-free bonuses
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave
- Medicash health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts
- A supportive team culture with ongoing professional development opportunities
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