Duty Solicitor
2 days ago
**Duty Solicitor - Criminal Law | Greater Manchester | Full Time| £37,000-£44,000**
Kemps Solicitors are Criminal Defence Lawyers based in Greater Manchester with 3 branch offices servicing all Police Stations and Courts.We always aim to provide first class advice and representation, defending our clients' best interests.
We are contracted with the Legal Aid Agency to provide Criminal Defence services in the Police Station, Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Criminal Duty Solicitor to work with an experienced and friendly team in a respected, busy, well-established specialist Criminal Lawyers. Duty Solicitor eligibility and membership on the Court and 24 hourPolice Station Rota is essential.
Our offices are based in Salford( just outside Manchester City Centre), Hollinwood (Oldham) and Ashton under Lyne. All offices are convenient for the Courts and Police Stations and close to access to the M60 motorway network.
**Role Requirements**
- 3 years PQE.
- 3 years previous experience as a fee earner.
- Qualified Solicitor with a sound understanding of areas of law of department.
- Strong interpersonal skills, good advocate, literate and numerate.
- Knowledge of confidentiality requirements.
- Driving licence.
- Computer literate.
- Supervision experience would be desirable.
**Role Responsibilities**
- Taking client instructions and providing legal advice and assistance.
- Where appropriate, running a caseload of client matters in accordance with Quality Procedures Manual, SRA Code, LAA Contract, and SQM requirements.
- Representing clients at Court
- Attending police stations as appropriate
- Supervision of admin staff.
- Designated management responsibilities as appropriate. Library and periodicals updated and cascade information of the same.
- Dealing with client enquiries
- Undertaking legal research and maintaining legal knowledge through training
- Contributing to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment
- Contribute to maintaining and improving office procedures
- Ensuring compliance with Equality and Diversity Policy
- Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.
**Why You Should Apply**
- The opportunity to join an experienced, friendly team.
- To join an excellent, well established company.
- To become a proactive member of the team.
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