Job Description

Crown Court Fee Earner/Case Worker - Criminal Team

We are looking for a talented and ambitious individual to join our growing

Criminal Defence

team.

Due to increased demand for our award-winning services and the acquisition of criminal contracts in Wigan and Merseyside, we are seeking an experienced professional who can manage their own Crown Court cases on a day-to-day basis.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience handling a wide range of Crown Court matters, including serious offences, and the ability to work independently while delivering exceptional client service.

Bell Lamb & Joynson's

Criminal Defence team is

Legal 500

ranked and currently holds the

#2 position

nationally for

Criminal Defence

on

Review Solicitors

.

We are an agile firm and can offer flexibility in your base location. You can choose to work from any of our offices in Liverpool, Maghull, Warrington, Runcorn, or Ashton-in-Makerfield.

About Bell Lamb & Joynson

Established in 1821, we have been at our clients' side for over 200 years. Today, we are one of the fastest-growing traditional high street law firms across Merseyside, North Cheshire, and the surrounding areas.

Service is key to our success so client focused individuals would enjoy working within this growing team

General Responsibilities

Manage and progress criminal defence cases efficiently. Prepare case files and documentation to a high standard. Ensure compliance with legal aid and regulatory requirements. Communicate effectively with clients, counsel, and stakeholders. Support team objectives through collaboration and knowledge sharing. Maintain professional development and stay updated on criminal law.

Person Specification

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with clients. Organised and detail-oriented in handling tasks and deadlines. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Able to prioritise and remain calm under pressure. Positive, proactive team player with a collaborative mindset. Committed to integrity, compliance, and delivering excellent service.

Essential

Previous experience in a criminal law setting. Ability to manage a busy workload independently. High attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Competence with Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Desirable:

Experience with complex or high-profile cases. Knowledge of legal aid processes and funding applications. Additional qualifications (e.g., Duty Solicitor status, CLAS accreditation). Familiarity with digital case management tools and modern legal tech

What we offer:

Salary 30-35k per annum Career development 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays per year. Christmas shutdown Discounted legal services for colleagues, friends and family. Company pension scheme. Death in service benefit. Private Medical Insurance 24/7 GP Access. Regular social events.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person but possibility of working remotely on completion of probation
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person