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Crime Duty Solicitor

JR United Kingdom

Cambridge

On-site

GBP 125,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated legal professional to provide expert advice in Criminal Law. This role involves maintaining high standards of professionalism while supporting clients through legal challenges. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will be responsible for managing client interactions, invoicing, and contributing to the Firm's marketing efforts. If you're passionate about law and eager to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience in Criminal Law and ability to communicate effectively with clients.
  • Willingness to attend training seminars and keep abreast of legal changes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice and maintain professional standards in client interactions.
  • Market the Firm's services and manage invoicing for responsible matters.

Skills

Communication Skills
Knowledge of Criminal Law
Sympathetic Approach
Plain English Communication
Driving License

Education

Law Degree

Job description

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Responsibilities
  • Provide legal advice within your area of expertise to clients.
  • Carry out your work for the Firm and the client professionally and to the highest possible standards.
  • Deal with all communications promptly and ensure that all is appropriately carried out and recorded.
  • Carry out invoicing and credit control on matters for which you are responsible.
  • Effectively market the Firm and oneself on the basis of providing ongoing support to existing clients and bringing in new clients.
  • Cross sell the Firm’s full range of legal services.
  • Work on an individual basis or as a member of a team.
Knowledge and Skills Required
  • A keenness to keep abreast of changes from time to time in law, practice and procedures together with a willingness to attend training seminars arranged by the Firm.
  • Demonstrated communication skills with clients and a capacity for a sympathetic approach to emotional problems.
  • An ability to communicate in plain English both verbally and in writing with clients and Solicitors for opposing parties.
  • Experience and/or working knowledge of Criminal Law.
  • A knowledge of availability of Counsel and experts in the field of Criminal and Road Traffic Law.
  • Full driving licence.
Equal Opportunities

The Firm adopts the principles of equal opportunities and non-discrimination as detailed in its Office Manual.

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