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What is the role of a solicitor?
A solicitor serves to represent and defend a client’s legal interests and provide expert legal advice. The tasks of a solicitor will vary depending on their area of practice. For example, a solicitor may work with individuals selling their house, relationship breakdowns, or helping businesses with commercial transactions.
The daily tasks of a solicitor’s job role may include:
- Drafting and preparing legal documents
- Conducting research into legal cases
- Providing legal advice for clients
- Some solicitors may represent their clients in court as an advocate
- Providing pro bono help for people unable to pay for legal services
How do you become a solicitor?
There are various routes you can take toward qualifying as a solicitor; however, the traditional route is as follows:
- Obtain a law degree or an alternative undergraduate degree followed by the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
- The Legal Practice Course (LPC)
- Period of recognised training (2 years)
- Admission to the Roll of Solicitors
What skills are generally required for a solicitor job role?
The qualities of successful solicitors generally include:
- Ability to communicate clearly - Solicitors will often have to explain complex legal concepts and actions to clients who may not have a solid understanding of the law.
- Attention to detail – Solicitors will have to ensure all legal documentation is proof-read and accurate.
- Motivation – It is crucial that administrative work is carried out accurately and to a high standard of quality; Motivation for the role and the wider cause is therefore essential to the job.
How much do solicitors earn on average in the UK?
On average, newly qualified solicitors can earn between £30,000-60,000 depending on the firm and the location. Those working in London can expect to earn higher, the average salary for an experienced solicitor in London can earn anywhere from £40,000 to well over £100,000 a year.
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Childcare Solicitor
You must be a qualified Solicitor with experience in childcare law - Legal aid experience is essential.
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Children Law Solicitor/Barrister/Chartered Legal Executive Advocate
Due to increased volumes of work (and 1 vacancy), an opportunity has arisen for two self-assured Solicitors
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Principal Landscape Recovery Solicitor
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Senior Solicitor
Do you have a passion for nature and the environment?
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Senior Director - Digital Markets
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to shape and lead significant elements of the CMA’s work to establish and lead the new digital markets...
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Force Solicitor Op Policing & Public Protection
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Essex Police Legal Department
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Personal Injury Solicitor (Chester)
We are looking to recruit an additional Personal Injury Solicitor.
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Head of Medical Negligence Solicitor
As we have recently opened offices in Chester, we are now looking to recruit an experienced Medical Negligence Solicitor
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Family/Children Solicitor
As a result of our continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Family Law Solicitor
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Partner/Director
We would like to recruit a qualified Solicitor to join the firm as a Partner/Director.
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Family Solicitor / Supervisor
We are looking to expand our Family department. We seek a solicitor specialising in all aspects of private law Family work
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Crown Advocate level 3
As a level 3 crown advocate, you’re at the forefront of our work, conducting jury trials and hearings
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Senior Crown Advocate
As a senior crown advocate, you’re at the forefront of our work,
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Head of Legal Services (Monitoring Officer)
An ambitious, close-knit authority where your impact will be valued and felt from day one.
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Lawyer – Inquiries and Investigations Team
We are now looking for a Lawyer to join our Inquiries and Investigations Team on a full-time basis