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Criminal Duty Solicitor

Service Care Solutions - Legal
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Nelson, Lancashire BB96NU, England

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Service Care Solutions is seeking a Criminal Duty Solicitor for a well-known law firm in Lancashire.
  • The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 annually, based on experience.
  • Candidates should possess 3-5 years of PQE in Criminal Duty Solicitor and hold Duty Solicitor Accreditation.
  • Responsibilities include representing defendants in magistrate's court and advising individuals detained at police stations.
  • The role provides benefits such as holiday pay, a bonus scheme, and a health scheme.

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a well-known Law firm based in Lancashire. The firm needs a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join its team. The role is a great opportunity to work within the legal field and progress in your Career.

This role pays a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 annually depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Represent defendants during hearings at the magistrate's court, often in the early stages of criminal proceedings.
  • Offer guidance on criminal charges, the strength of the evidence, and potential consequences.
  • Defend clients at bail hearings, first appearances, and sometimes during sentencing.
  • Advise individuals detained at police stations during interviews and questioning.

About You:

  • Duty Solicitor Accreditation under the Duty Solicitor Scheme, usually including a police station accreditation.
  • 3-5 Years PQE in Criminal Duty Solicitor.
  • Dealing with high caseloads from start to completion in Criminal Law.

Benefits:

  • Holiday Pay
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Health Scheme

If this Criminal Duty Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, , or via phone at .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.