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Posted 05 August, 2026

Solicitor

Service Care Solutions
West Midlands, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is working in partnership with a highly respected and long-established law firm, with offices in the West Midlands, which is looking to recruit a Criminal Defence Solicitor / Duty Solicitor for their well-established Criminal Defence team.

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Role: Criminal Defence Solicitor (Duty Solicitor)

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Location: West Midlands – hybrid

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Hours: Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)

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Salary: £40,000 to £50,000

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Key responsibilities include:

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  • Managing a varied caseload of Criminal Defence matters.
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  • Representing clients at police stations and Magistrates' Courts.
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  • Conducting advocacy, including bail applications, case management hearings and trials.
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  • Participating in the Duty Solicitor rota, including out-of-hours and weekend work.
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Benefits

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  • Hybrid working opportunities.
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  • Flexible working arrangements.
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  • 31 days' annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
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We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation may be worth up to £200.