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Solicitor – Criminal Defence – Warrington
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor in order to expand our Criminal Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, handling a varied caseload.
You will be:
- 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
Essential skills:
- Solicitor with 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
Company benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Additional payments for specific out of hours attendances
- Bonus holiday scheme (earn up to 12 additional days leave a year, for each monthly income target achieved).
- Holiday purchase scheme – Purchase 3 extra days per year (Reviewed annually)
- Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
- Medicash Scheme and EAP (enrolled after a 3 month probation period)
- Hybrid working available after successful completion of probation period
- Cycle to work scheme
- Pension – The Peoples Partnership, 3% employer and 5% employee contribution which can be increased. Auto enrolled after 3 months but can join sooner if you wish
- Christmas week closure
- Monthly fun events with prizes
Working on a fixed fee basis means there is no uncertainty as to your outlay.
#J-18808-Ljbffr”, “datePosted”: “2026-05-20”, “hiringOrganization”: { “@type”: “Organization”, “name”: “HCB ACCOUNTANTS LLP”, “sameAs”: “https://uk.whatjobs.com/pub_api__cpl__437366766__4861?utm_campaign=publisher&utm_medium=api&utm_source=4861&geoID=354” }, “jobLocation”: { “@type”: “Place”, “address”: { “@type”: “PostalAddress”, “addressLocality”: “Warrington” } } }Company: HCB ACCOUNTANTS LLP
Location: Warrington
Job Description:
Solicitor – Criminal Defence – Warrington
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor in order to expand our Criminal Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, handling a varied caseload.
You will be:
- 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
Essential skills:
- Solicitor with 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
Company benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Additional payments for specific out of hours attendances
- Bonus holiday scheme (earn up to 12 additional days leave a year, for each monthly income target achieved).
- Holiday purchase scheme – Purchase 3 extra days per year (Reviewed annually)
- Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
- Medicash Scheme and EAP (enrolled after a 3 month probation period)
- Hybrid working available after successful completion of probation period
- Cycle to work scheme
- Pension – The Peoples Partnership, 3% employer and 5% employee contribution which can be increased. Auto enrolled after 3 months but can join sooner if you wish
- Christmas week closure
- Monthly fun events with prizes
Working on a fixed fee basis means there is no uncertainty as to your outlay.
#J-18808-Ljbffr…
Posted: May 20th, 2026