Duty Solicitor (Permanent)

Criminal Duty Solicitor

Manchester

Salary - DOE

We are recruiting for one of our leading clients who are a Top 100 law firm in the Manchester area, and they are recruiting for a Criminal Duty Solicitor. They have strong company values and are recognised as one of the market leaders across the private client area in England & Wales. This great opportunity has arisen due to a significant increase in workload, and you will be a joining a business that truly value personal development.

They have 2 openings for two Criminal Solicitors to join their Crime & Regulation team. The role will require police station cover so you must possess a police station accreditation and duty status is imperative as you will be required to attend court and prepare for crown court cases.

The successful Criminal Duty Solicitor will be able to:

• Prove in-depth knowledge of criminal law, practices and procedures including PACE.
• Advise at Police Stations in all levels of cases.
• Prepare cases at all levels of court in connection with crime law issues.
• Undertake advocacy at court in connection with crime cases, HRA not essential
• Determine appropriately the need for experts, agents or counsel to be instructed upon issues which they are to address.
• Understand and put into practice LSC Franchise requirements.

Demonstrating the passion and determination to succeed you will be rewarded with some outstanding company benefits alongside a competitive salary and you will have the autonomy to supervise a team and progress your experience.

If you would like to apply for this great opportunity, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [Email Removed] or call Leanne on [Removed] for an informal discussion.