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Criminal Defence Solicitor- Burnley

Employer
RBUK Legal
Location
Burnley, Lancashire
Salary
£40,000
Closing date
15 Mar 2021
Reference
CB/01

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Practice area
Crime
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
Full time, Part time
PQE
1 year, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 7 years+
Position
Solicitor
Sector
Private practice

Job Details

Are you an experienced Duty Solicitor looking for a new challenge in the Lancashire market?

If so, my client is a multi-service practice with a superb Criminal department who now have the requirement for a hungry and ambitious duty solicitor who is looking to further their career in this exceedingly busy area of law or for those who may already have years of experience defending clients involved with drug offences, firearms and road traffic offences, or more serious crimes including murder, fraud and sexual assault.

Ideally, you will have proven experience of working in magistrates matters and the ability to represent all manor of clients, both legal aid and privately funded clients, undertake providing representation to clients on a day to day basis and sometimes out of hours.

The list below is not exhaustive but you will able to to demonstrate the following;

  • A proven ability to handle a caseload of Magistrate Trials & Guilty pleas
  • Attend the Magistrates Court on a daily basis
  • Be able to attend Police Stations in and out of office hours as part of the Duty Solicitor Scheme
  • An ability to be part of a team and delegate work to the Clerks in the department
  • A capacity to dictate letters and attendance notes for Secretaries
  • Prior Magistrates court case experience of advocacy and preparation
  • A solid working knowledge of English Law
  • The ability to instructions from Clients
  • Prior expertise in representing and attending meetings with clients in police stations, cells and in the office
  • Obtaining and reviewing evidence
  • Progressing cases through to trial
  • Have outstanding time management and organisational skill

Salary is negotiable up to £40,000 + the firm is offering % of call out fees and added benefits. 

If you are seeking a change of scene from your current firm, or simply not getting a steady work load then please get in touch with Chris Batten at RBUK Legal on 0161 457 2199 or send your CV for immediate consideration.

RBUK LEGAL - CAREERS IN BLACK AND WHITE

RBUK Legal Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Company

RBUK Legal is a small, boutique legal recruitment agency with over 50 year’s experience collectively. We have a nationwide presence, covering all areas of legal work. Since 2004, we have built great working relationships with law firms big & small, ensuring that we accurately match candidates with the best firms to help them progress their careers.

Whether you’re looking for…

• Private Practice
• In House
• Costs and Support

If you’re working in…

• Commercial
• Personal Injury
• Litigation
• Property (Residential or Commercial)
• Private Client
• Family Law (Private or Legal Aid)
• Crime

We’re always happy to give you friendly and knowledgable advise to support you as you carve out your career path. We have an expert understanding of the legal job market and we will work with you to find the best solution for you!

As a small, boutique agency, RBUK Legal has the ability to focus on our candidates, giving you a personalised experience. This ensures that we can provide you with the best service possible. You won’t be bounced around from person to person, you’ll likely work with one recruiter who has the connections to get you to the right place. 

Whatever you are looking for, whatever you do, ​wherever you are - RBUK Legal is confident in our ability to support you through the recruitment process.

Let’s chat through your options - 0161 745 7517

Company info
Website
Telephone
0161 745 7517
Location
Imperial Court
Exchange Quay
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M5 3EB
United Kingdom

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