Criminal Solicitor

NQ - 3 PQE Duty Solicitor | BirminghamTSR Legal are working with a well-established legal practice that is continuing to grow its Criminal Defence offering and is looking to appoint a Criminal Defence Solicitor to its Birmingham team.This is a great opportunity for a solicitor who wants to build on their existing criminal experience within a team that handles a broad range of publicly funded work. The role offers plenty of client contact and advocacy, alongside the opportunity to take ownership of your own matters.The Opportunity You will become a key member of the Criminal Defence team, dealing with matters from the initial client consultation through to resolution. Your day-to-day work is likely to include:Advising clients at various stages of criminal proceedingsDealing with matters arising from police custodyPreparing cases and representing clients at courtUndertaking advocacy in the Magistrates' CourtBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clientsTaking responsibility for progressing your own matters efficientlyWorking closely with colleagues across the wider criminal teamThe position would particularly suit someone who enjoys the variety of criminal defence work and is comfortable balancing client care, case preparation and advocacy.About You We're keen to hear from solicitors who have:NQ+ Solicitor within Criminal Defence experienceExperience working with publicly funded criminal mattersDuty Solicitor status, or a willingness to work towards accreditationConfidence appearing in the Magistrates' CourtGood judgement and the ability to make decisions independentlyStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA well-organised approach to managing competing prioritiesThe resilience to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentThe Firm You will be joining an established practice with an experienced legal team and a strong focus on delivering quality client service.The firm offers a supportive environment where solicitors are encouraged to develop their skills and take the next step in their careers. There is also scope to broaden your experience and progress within the team as the practice continues to expand.TPBN1_UKTJ