Job Title: Criminal Solicitor / Criminal Defence Advocate with Duty Solicitor Status
Hours: Full-Time (35 hours per week), however part time will be considered
Salary: Competitive (to be discussed on short-listing)
Office: Leicester
Smith Partnership is a leading law firm in the Midlands. A forward thinking and progressive firm employing around 200 staff across 5 offices.
We are a progressive and growing law firm based in the heart of the Midlands, renowned for our comprehensive legal services and exceptional client care.
Role overview
An opportunity has arisen at our Leicester office, for a Criminal Solicitor to join our Crime team.
The successful candidate will be joining a long-established department with a highly respected team of Criminal Defence Solicitors. The ideal candidate would be a Duty Solicitor with at least 1+ year’s PQE in criminal law dealing with a wide range of cases before the Magistrates Court and Youth Court. Some experience of Crown Court work would be welcomed.
You will manage your own caseload and attend clients at Police Stations and Magistrates’ Courts in and around the Leicestershire area.
Key requirements
- A degree in Law or a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- PQE of at least 1 year
- Police Station Accreditation
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Ability to work on the Police Station out of hours rota.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to travel to different Court centres and Police Stations and be
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Benefits & perks
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Access to ongoing training and development programs.
- A chance to work with a diverse and prestigious client base.
Smith Partnership is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. Please read our Candidate Privacy Notice.
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Hours: Full-Time (35 hours per week), however part time will be considered
Salary: Competitive (to be discussed on short-listing)
Office: Leicester
Smith Partnership is a leading law firm in the Midlands. A forward thinking and progressive firm employing around 200 staff across 5 offices.
We are a progressive and growing law firm based in the heart of the Midlands, renowned for our comprehensive legal services and exceptional client care.
Role overview
An opportunity has arisen at our Leicester office, for a Criminal Solicitor to join our Crime team.
The successful candidate will be joining a long-established department with a highly respected team of Criminal Defence Solicitors. The ideal candidate would be a Duty Solicitor with at least 1+ year’s PQE in criminal law dealing with a wide range of cases before the Magistrates Court and Youth Court. Some experience of Crown Court work would be welcomed.
You will manage your own caseload and attend clients at Police Stations and Magistrates’ Courts in and around the Leicestershire area.
Key requirements
- A degree in Law or a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- PQE of at least 1 year
- Police Station Accreditation
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Ability to work on the Police Station out of hours rota.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to travel to different Court centres and Police Stations and be
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Benefits & perks
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Access to ongoing training and development programs.
- A chance to work with a diverse and prestigious client base.
Smith Partnership is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. Please read our Candidate Privacy Notice.
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