Criminal Duty Solicitor

The Role

Criminal Defence Duty Solicitor - Competitive Salary + Out-of-Hours Earnings + Outstanding Career progression

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Criminal Defence Duty Solicitor to join a thriving and profitable specialist Criminal Defence practice in Lincolnshire.

The firm enjoys an excellent reputation across Police Station, Magistrates' Court and Crown Court work, with a strong mix of both privately funded and legal aid instructions. Dealing with a substantial private client base, the successful candidate will benefit from a varied and engaging caseload.

Working closely with the firm's owner and existing team, you'll enjoy a supportive, target-free environment focused on delivering high-quality criminal defence services.

This role offers more than just the next step in your career. With the firm's sole Director considering retirement within the next five to six years, there is a genuine opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to progress into a leadership position and potentially take over an established and highly profitable criminal law practice.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor
• Police Station Accredited Representative
• Duty Solicitor Accreditation
• Active Duty Solicitor slot
• Experience managing a range of criminal defence matters
• Passionate about Criminal Defence work
• Strong client care and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a small, collaborative team
• Motivated to contribute to the firm's out-of-hours rota
• Ambitious individual seeking long-term career progression

Applications are welcomed from Duty Solicitors with as little as one year's PQE, provided the required accreditations are held.

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Competitive base salary + significant out of hours earnings
• Solicitors receive 50% of the fixed fee generated from out-of-hours attendances
• Realistic opportunity to earn substantial additional income annually
• 30 days annual leave
• No billing or fee targets
• Flexible start and finish times
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Funding and support for further professional qualifications
• High-quality criminal defence caseload
• Genuine future leadership and ownership prospects
• Opportunity to join a profitable and growing specialist practice

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone

Contact: Abigail Lockett,

Retained Recruitment Consultant -

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