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Senior Criminal Duty Solicitor

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Douglas Scott

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United Kingdom , Greater London

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Employment contract

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Salary:

40000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Dynamic, commercially minded qualified Criminal Duty Solicitors are sought for a Legal 500 firm undertaking legal aid and privately paying cases. The role involves advice, advocacy, client care, and contributing to the firm's standards.

Job Responsibility:

  • Taking client instructions and providing legal advice and assistance
  • Managing a caseload of client matters in accordance with Quality Procedures Manual
  • SRA Code, LAA Contract and SQM requirements
  • Undertaking advocacy at Court
  • Dealing with existing and new client enquiries
  • Undertaking legal research and maintaining legal knowledge through training in accordance with professional training requirements
  • Casework and File Management responsibilities as defined in the Quality Manual
  • Financial management and compliance with SRA Accounts Rules via Finance Manual
  • Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment
  • Contribute to maintaining and improving office procedures
  • Ensuring compliance with the firm’s Equality and Diversity Policy
  • Maintaining compliant Duty Solicitor status
  • Attending out of hours Police Station call outs and Saturday/Bank Holiday Courts as required
  • Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Criminal Duty Solicitors
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Capable advocate
  • Strong written communicator
  • Good negotiator
  • Good time management
  • Organisational and compliance skills.
What we offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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