Motor Offence Solicitor, Douglas Scott

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom, Preston

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

35000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced legal professional with a passion for defending clients facing motoring offences? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist team known for its technical expertise, high-quality client service, and dynamic working environment. The role offers a varied and stimulating caseload with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Job Responsibility:

Defending clients charged with motoring offences, providing expert legal advice at all stages of proceedings
Advising clients on plea options, technical defences, procedural strategy, sentencing implications, costs, and potential penalties
Reviewing prosecution evidence and preparing effective defence strategies
Taking detailed witness and mitigation statements to support client cases
Instructing and liaising with Counsel for preliminary hearings, trials, and sentencing
Instructing expert witnesses where appropriate to strengthen defence cases
Managing client expectations with clarity, confidence, and empathy
Handling new client enquiries, providing clear advice on strategy, potential outcomes, and pricing
Participating in the out-of-hours enquiry rota (shared responsibility, max 2 evenings per week, between 5PM–7PM)
Keeping up to date with changes in motoring legislation and maintaining strong technical knowledge of the field

Requirements:

Demonstrable experience in handling motoring law cases (summary and indictable/either way)
Excellent legal knowledge and practical understanding of road traffic offences
Strong client communication and advisory skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and Counsel
Experience in preparing for and attending hearings and trials
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development and enquiry handling
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload under pressure
Commitment to providing high-quality client care and legal representation

What we offer:

Flexible working arrangements
Opportunities for professional development

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 04, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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