Criminal Defense Solicitor

Criminal Defense Solicitor Location: Warrington
Salary: £DOE
Hours: 9.00am - 5.15pm / Monday - Friday / Hybrid
Here at Findyourfootsteps Recruitment, we have teamed up with one of the U.K's leading legal firms in the support of their recruitment for a criminal defense solicitor for their office in Warrington.
Not only are they seeking an experienced criminal solicitor, but there is also room in the department for a NQ Criminal Solicitor as well!

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of criminal matters for a mix of legal aid and privately funded clients
• Conducting advocacy in Magistrates Court
• Managing a caseload of Crown Court cases
• Attending court hearings and representing clients at police stations
• Liaising with other solicitors in the team, clients, courts and third parties
• Progressing cases efficiently
• Preparing clear, accurate documentation and providing legal advice
• Supporting and contributing to team objectives
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards

About you:

• Experience in criminal law
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• IT proficiency and strong organisational skills
• A proactive, team-focused approach

Desirable accreditations:

• Police station Accreditation
• Duty Status or willingness to work towards it
• Police station Accreditation - training and support provided for NQ
• Willingness to work towards Duty Solicitor status for NQ