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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a private law firm in Central London. Are looking for a Duty Solicitor to join their organisation.

We are a renowned multiservice law firm committed to access for justice. Our lawyers specialise in criminal defence, family law, housing, civil liberties and human rights. We are a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm who are currently recruiting Duty Solicitors to join our Crime Team in our London Office.

This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being part of a dynamic and growing team.

This salary for this role is depending on experience.

You will be responsible for:

• Representing clients detained at police stations
• Handling own caseload of criminal defence cases across a full range of different offences
• Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court including summary trials (and Crown Court hearings if the candidate has Higher Rights)

About you:

• Solicitors with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters
• Crime duty accreditation is preferred but not essential, although the successful candidate will be expected to obtain this accreditation if they do not already have it
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills
• IT proficiency
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates a pragmatic, professional and positive approach
• Have a passion for publicly funded work
• Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent client and team building skills
• IT proficiency
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm whilst under pressure

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tareeq.smith@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tareeq on 020 3854 4911 to discuss further.

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