Advocate – Crown Court

Location
Chelmsford
Salary
£35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted
04 Oct 2019
Closes
25 Oct 2019
Ref
RC05649681
Contact
Ryan Cotton
Job Title
Solicitor
Practice Area
Criminal
PQE Level
10+, 2-4, 5-7, 8-10
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Crown Court Advocate sought for a leading firm in Essex.

This is a rare opportunity for a talented solicitor or barrister with experience in criminal law matters to join a Lexcel accredited law practice in the Chelmsford area. The successful candidate, ideally with Criminal Litigation Accreditation, will handle a wide range of criminal matters, providing high-quality advocacy. Higher Rights of Audience will be essential for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting advocacy
  • Preparing cases for trial
  • Representing vulnerable clients
  • Attending police station interviews
  • Liaising with CPS and courts
  • Interviewing witnesses and drafting witness statements
  • File management


The Candidate

  • Applications are encouraged from solicitors and barristers with a minimum of three years’ PQE in criminal defence matters
  • Ideally, you will possess Crime Duty status
  • The ability to provide first class client care is essential
  • Being confident, organised and flexible is required
  • The successful Crown Court Advocate will be technically proficient


The Firm

Our client is a highly reputable Lexcel accredited law firm with multiple offices scattered within the region. The office is ideally situated in a historic town in Essex which is surrounded by boutiques and noted for its excellent transport links. The firm is staffed by expert lawyers who practice a wide range of legal services and have a built up an enviable client base due to their professional and client-focused approach.

Advocate – Crown Court

For further details of this Crown Court Advocate vacancy, please contact Ryan on 01954 208063 quoting reference RC05649681.

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