Motor Defence Solicitor
Job Description
Job specification:
Responsibility of handling your own technically complex caseload defending motoring offences arising from the use of indictable/either way and summary offence cases
Reviewing evidence and appropriately advising the client;
Advising clients on all aspects including guilty and not guilty pleas, technical and procedural issues, evidence, costs and potential penalties;
Taking detailed witness and mitigation statements from the client and any relevant witnesses;
Instructing the right experts to assist your client's case;
Instructing and liaising with Counsel, both at preliminary hearings and on the day of trial / sentencing hearing;
Taking and converting new enquiry calls and being able to properly advise on sentence, strategy and prices;
Maintain and develop technical knowledge of Motoring Law
Taking part in the out of hours rota for new enquiry calls (on a shared basis), currently between 5PM and 6PM weeknights (maximum 2 days/week)
Person Specification
Desirable Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
Law Degree (2:2 or higher), CiLEX or equivalent
Strong experience in motoring law
Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System
Team Player; and
Strong IT skills
Work remotely
No
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to 36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
On-site parking
Education:
Bachelor's (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Motor Defence Solicitor
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD3901206
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusFull Time
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Job LocationPreston, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
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EducationNot mentioned