Crime Duty Solicitor

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