Magistrates Court Advocate
3 days ago
**Duty Solicitor Role**
We are recruiting a Duty Solicitor to join our Crime Team in Birmingham.
As a Duty Solicitor, you will be responsible for attending police stations, representing clients detained under arrest and handling your own caseload of criminal defence cases.
**Responsibilities:**
- Represent clients detained under arrest at police stations.
- Manage your own caseload of criminal defence cases.
- Conduct advocacy in the Magistrates' Court and Crown Court (although this is not essential).
**Requirements:**
- A minimum of 1-4 years PQE in criminal matters.
- Crime duty accreditation is preferred but not essential.
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills are required.
- You must be proficient in IT and able to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision.
- We value a pragmatic, professional and positive approach.
- Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently as well as in a team are also essential.
**What We Offer:**
- A supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- An estimated salary of £38,000 - £43,000 depending on experience.
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