Criminal Solicitor

Our client, one of Leicestershire’s leading law firms offering a wide and specialist range of legal services, are seeking an experienced and proactive Criminal Solicitor, ideally Duty Solicitor Accredited, to join their dynamic and dedicated Criminal Defence team.

You will manage a broad caseload of criminal matters, representing clients from police station through to Crown Court. The successful candidate will combine strong advocacy and client care skills with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal representation to all clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters, from police station representation through to trial.
• Provide advice and representation at the police station, Magistrates’ Court, and Crown Court (as appropriate).
• Attend clients at police stations on rota or call-out as part of the duty scheme.
• Prepare case files, briefs to counsel...