£25K/yr to £40K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Crime Duty Solicitor

Posted by Pertemps Northampton.

Duties Include:

  • Interviewing and advising clients.
  • Undertaking casework.
  • Administration of casework and keeping case management system up to date.
  • Ensuring that casework is promptly and efficiently billed and sending bills to private clients and claiming interim payments from the Legal Aid Agency whenever appropriate.
  • Regular review of cases
  • Attending court (including Saturday Court) to deal with clients.
  • Keeping up to date with the changes in law and practice.
  • Attending training courses.
  • Attending Police Station when required even outside normal hours.
  • To hold the 24 hour Emergency Line as requested.

Qualifications:

  • Admission as a Solicitor and holding the CLAS certificate.
  • Ability to work on one's own initiative with limited supervision; ability to work under pressure.
  • Experience of Legal Aid practice and of Advocacy.
  • Knowledge of billing and Legal procedures.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to prioritise and manage casework.
  • Legible handwriting.
  • Car Owner