Criminal Duty Solicitor

Criminal Duty Solicitor

Location: Liverpool
Salary: Circa £40,000 (DOE)

Role Overview

You will manage a broad and varied caseload of criminal defence matters, providing representation for clients at police stations and magistrates’ courts, while handling files from initial instruction through to conclusion. The caseload will include a mixture of general crime, summary offences and more complex criminal matters, offering exposure to high quality and varied work. The successful candidate will undertake advocacy, advise clients at all stages of proceedings, prepare cases for court and liaise with clients, counsel, courts and external agencies as required. The role would suit someone capable of managing their own workload effectively, while also working collaboratively within a close-knit department. Hybrid working is available for the right candidate depending on experience and level of supervision required.

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