Criminal Duty Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (Stockport)

Criminal Duty Solicitor

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a well-established M...

Location

United Kingdom , Oldham

Salary:

30000.00 - 35000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Newly Qualified Solicitor (or solicitor seeking to retrain in criminal law)
Passion for criminal defence and advocacy
Strong communication and client-care skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
Willingness to train as a Duty Solicitor (if not already accredited)

Job Responsibility

Handling an evolving caseload of criminal defence matters, including both private and legal aid-funded cases
Representing clients from police station interviews through to trial
Advocating in Magistrates’ and Crown Court (with support as you develop)
Building strong client relationships and providing clear, practical legal advice
Working closely with senior solicitors to develop your skills and expertise

What we offer

A structured career development path in criminal law
Support with Duty Solicitor accreditation
Work alongside experienced and respected criminal lawyers
Gain exposure to high-profile and complex cases

Fulltime

Criminal Solicitor

About Us Our client is a well-established and growing law firm with a strong rep...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

60000.00 - 61000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a current practising certificate
Duty Solicitor accreditation (preferred, but not essential)
Proven experience handling criminal legal aid work
Strong advocacy and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload effectively
Commitment to providing high-quality client service

Job Responsibility

Managing a full caseload of criminal defence matters under legal aid
Advising and representing clients at police stations and Magistrates' Courts
Preparing cases for Crown Court proceedings where necessary
Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements
Maintaining high standards of client care and file management

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements (employed or self-employed options available)
Competitive salary or fee-sharing structure (depending on arrangement)
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Fulltime

Criminal Solicitor

Our client is a well-established and growing law firm with a strong reputation f...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

50000.00 - 51000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a current practising certificate
Duty Solicitor accreditation (preferred, but not essential)
Proven experience handling criminal legal aid work
Strong advocacy and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload effectively
Commitment to providing high-quality client service

Job Responsibility

Managing a full caseload of criminal defence matters under legal aid
Advising and representing clients at police stations and Magistrates' Courts
Preparing cases for Crown Court proceedings where necessary
Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements
Maintaining high standards of client care and file management

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements (employed or self-employed options available)
Competitive salary or fee-sharing structure (depending on arrangement)
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Fulltime

Duty Solicitor

Join an esteemed team at a Legal 500 criminal specialist firm based in London, a...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

40000.00 - 47000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Duty Solicitor in a reputable firm
Excellent understanding of UK criminal law and procedures
Ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload
Exceptional client handling skills, with respect for diversity
Flexibility to work in various settings and adapt to varied schedules

Job Responsibility

Guiding clients through complex legal situations with expertise and compassion

What we offer

Competitive remuneration for permanent commitment

Fulltime

Duty Solicitor

A Criminal Solicitor is wanted for an opportunity with a top multi service law f...

Location

United Kingdom , Coventry

Salary:

33000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

NQ+ Duty Solicitors
motivated to deliver the highest levels of representation in the Criminal Law process

Job Responsibility

Representing clients on court proceedings, including bail hearings, pre-trial conferences, plea negotiations, trials, and sentencing hearing

What we offer

hybrid working

Fulltime

Duty Solicitor

Join an esteemed team at a Legal 500 criminal specialist firm based in London, a...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

40000.00 - 47000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Duty Solicitor in a reputable firm
Excellent understanding of UK criminal law and procedures
Ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload
Exceptional client handling skills, with respect for diversity
Flexibility to work in various settings and adapt to varied schedules

Job Responsibility

Guiding clients through complex legal situations with expertise and compassion
Managing a varied and demanding caseload

What we offer

Competitive remuneration for permanent commitment
Contributing to transformative legal journeys with a dynamic team

Fulltime

Duty Solicitor

A Duty Solicitor opportunity with a highly rated Coventry-based law firm special...

Location

United Kingdom , Coventry

Salary:

35000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Duty Solicitor
motivated to deliver the highest levels of representation
experience in Criminal Law process.

Job Responsibility

Representation during court proceedings
bail hearings
pre-trial conferences
plea negotiations
trials
sentencing hearings.

What we offer

Bonus
career prospects.

Fulltime

Duty Solicitor

A Criminal Solicitor is wanted for an opportunity with a top multi service law f...

Location

United Kingdom , Coventry

Salary:

33000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

NQ+ Duty Solicitors
motivated to deliver the highest levels of representation in the Criminal Law process

Job Responsibility

representing clients on court proceedings, including bail hearings, pre-trial conferences, plea negotiations, trials, and sentencing hearing

What we offer

hybrid working

Fulltime

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