Duty Solicitor

Job description

Duty Solicitor

Location: Teesside

Salary: Competitive

Type: Full Time Permanent

Imperial Recruitment Group are working with a leading nation-wide law firm to appoint a Duty Solicitor in the Teesside area. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified solicitor to represent clients from the police station through to court hearings.

Duties:

- Representing clients detained at police stations.

- Representing clients at court hearings.

- Managing a caseload of criminal defence cases covering a full range of offences.

- Act in accordance with Solicitors Regulation Authority rules and ethical obligations.

- Maintain confidentiality and professional independence.

- Keep and maintain accurate records.

- Respond promptly to urgent calls from police stations or courts.

Requirements:

- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.

- Duty Accredited.

- Proven experience handling a wide range of criminal law matters.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to multitask and manage a caseload.

- Proficient in use of case management systems.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 duty rota, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.

For more information, please get in touch with Kimi at Imperial Recruitment Group.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Middlesbrough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English