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Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 37,000 - 47,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent Contract
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Duty Solicitor – Leeds Office
GT Stewart is a renowned multi-service law firm committed to access to justice. Our lawyers specialise in criminal defence, family law, housing, civil liberties, and human rights. We are a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm, and we are currently recruiting Duty Solicitors to join our Crime Team in our Leeds Office.
This is a full-time position within a dynamic and growing team, offering an excellent opportunity for professional development within an award-winning law firm.
Key Responsibilities:
  * Representing clients detained at police stations
  * Managing a caseload of criminal defence cases covering a full range of offences
  * Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, including summary trials (and Crown Court hearings if the candidate has Higher Rights)
About You:
  * Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters
  * Crime Duty accreditation
  * Excellent communication and advocacy skills
  * IT proficiency and ability to work with case management systems
  * Ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision
  * Pragmatic, professional, and positive approach to work
  * Passion for publicly funded legal work
  * Strong attention to detail and confidence to work independently as well as in a team
  * Excellent client and team-building skills
  * Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure
What We Offer:
  * A positive and supportive working environment
  * Exposure to industry specialists and career development opportunities
  * A team that prides itself on promoting from within
  * Competitive salary dependent on experience starting between £37,000 - £47,000 [er year

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