Criminal Duty Solicitor

5 days ago

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom G2 Legal Limited Full time

Criminal Duty Solicitor – Shrewsbury Are you an accredited Criminal Duty Solicitor looking for your next career move? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing criminal defence team, where you’ll handle a wide variety of cases, represent clients in court and provide essential legal advice when it matters most. About the Role As a Criminal Duty Solicitor, you’ll play a vital role in defending and supporting clients across a broad spectrum of criminal law matters. This is a dynamic and rewarding position, offering the chance to work on high-profile cases while developing your skills in a supportive environment. Responsibilities Provide immediate legal advice and representation to clients at police stations (including 24/7 rota coverage) Represent clients at Magistrates’ Court hearings – including bail applications, plea hearings, trials and sentencing Manage your own caseload across a variety of offences such as theft, drug-related crime, assault, domestic violence and public order offences Draft and prepare essential legal documents, including case summaries, briefs to counsel and witness statements Work closely with the CPS, police, courts and probation services Ensure compliance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) regulations and maintain accurate client records Support and mentor junior members of the team, including paralegals and trainees Keep up to date with developments in criminal law and legal aid requirements Your Requirements We are seeking a motivated and dedicated solicitor with: Qualified Solicitor status (England & Wales) with a valid practising certificate Duty Solicitor Accreditation under the Legal Aid Agency’s Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme Proven experience in criminal defence, with strong advocacy skills Excellent knowledge of current criminal law and procedures Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently Willingness to participate in evening and weekend duty rotas Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Why Join This Criminal Defence Team? Competitive salary with additional duty rota enhancements Hybrid working with flexibility for a strong work-life balance A supportive, collaborative team environment Ongoing training and clear opportunities for career progression The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives through high-quality criminal defence work Apply Today If you’re an experienced and passionate Criminal Duty Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV, or for a confidential discussion, contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal. #INDCATN #J-18808-Ljbffr

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