Criminal Defence Solicitor

A new opportunity for a NQ-4 PQE Solicitor has become available with an award-winning firm that is dynamic and progressive. This award winning firm is looking to strengthen its Leeds-based Criminal Law Department with the hire of a Criminal Defence Solicitor.

This is the perfect opportunity for a recently qualified Solicitor or an experienced Solicitor looking for a new challenge.

In this role you will undertake Police Station, Magistrates’ Court and, if appropriate, Crown Court work. You will handle a range of criminal cases, from initial client consultations to court representation. You can expect to be working on some of the following:

Representing clients detained at police stations
Attending police stations
Drafting instructions to counsel and expert witnesses
Magistrates’ and Crown Court cases
Appeals in the Court of Appeal
Bail applications
Other duties in line with the role of a Criminal Law Solicitor
The firm is looking for a Qualified Solicitor with a proven track record in handling criminal cases from start to finish. Recently qualified Solicitors will also be considered. Whilst not essential, duty accreditation would be desirable.

If you meet the above criteria, please apply directly via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal.