Senior Criminal Duty Solicitor, Douglas Scott

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom, Greater London

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

40000.00 GBP / Year

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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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Senior Criminal Duty Solicitor