Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a leading nation-wide law firm to appoint a Duty Solicitor in North West England. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified solicitor to represent clients from the police station through to court hearings. This is a full time position with a generous renumeration package.


Duties:


*Representing clients detained at police stations.
*Representing clients at court hearings.
*Managing a caseload of criminal defence cases covering a full range of offences.
*Act in accordance with Solicitors Regulation Authority rules and ethical obligations.
*Maintain confidentiality and professional independence.
*Keep and maintain accurate records.
*Respond promptly to urgent calls from police stations or courts.


Requirements:
*Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
*Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme accreditation.
*Proven experience handling a wide range of criminal law matters.
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Ability to multitask and manage a caseload.
*Proficient in use of case management systems.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team
*Willingness to participate in a 24/7 duty rota, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.


For more information, please get in touch with Kimi at Imperial Recruitment Group.