Duty Solicitor

Duty Solicitor - Criminal Defence County Durham or North YorkshireFull-time PermanentSalary: Dependent on experience Make Your Next Career Move with an Established Teesside Law Firm Are you a recently qualified Duty Solicitor looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a well-established and supportive criminal defence team? We are recruiting on behalf of a long-established firm with a proud history, with offices across North Yorkshire and County Durham. The firm has built its reputation on sound judgement, in-depth knowledge and excellent client care, and this is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified Duty Solicitor to join a successful, busy and friendly Criminal Justice Department. The Role As a Duty Solicitor, you will support the Criminal Justice team across both the Magistrates'' Court and Police Station, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients at important stages of the criminal justice process. You will be joining an established department with genuine long-term prospects and the opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals. Key Responsibilities Provide advice and representation to clients at the Police Station Represent clients in Magistrates'' Court proceedings Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters Provide clear, professional and timely legal advice Prepare cases effectively and ensure matters are progressed efficiently Build strong relationships with clients and provide ..... full job details .....