Criminal Law Solicitor (NQ)
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Job Description
Criminal Law NQ Solicitor Dangerous Dog Offences
Location: Leeds City Centre
Salary: 32000 to 40000
Experience: NQ Solicitor (or experienced Paralegal) ideally with 2 years criminal law experience (flexible)
The Opportunity
This is a great opportunity to join a busy Criminal Defence team in Leeds City Centre with a specialist focus on Dangerous Dog Offences. You will work on varied hands-on matters with strong client contact court exposure and the support to develop your advocacy and case management skills.
You will be joining a values-led employee-owned law firm where colleagues are encouraged to shape the business and share in its success.
What Youll Be Doing
- Managing a caseload of criminal defence matters with a focus on Dangerous Dogs Act work
- Advising clients on prohibited breeds and dogs dangerously out of control
- Preparing files from initial instruction through to conclusion
- Drafting statements and key documents reviewing evidence and building case strategy
- Liaising with clients police CPS courts and other third parties
- Attending court and supporting hearings with scope to build advocacy experience
- Working accurately and efficiently prioritising deadlines in a busy environment
What Were Looking For
Essential
- Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales (NQ) or an experienced Paralegal looking to progress
- Background in criminal law (guideline 2 years experience but flexibility for the right person)
- Strong case management skills and confidence handling client enquiries
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficient IT skills with strong attention to detail
- Calm under pressure able to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
- Flexible adaptable and collaborative working style
Desirable
- Experience of or strong interest in developing Dangerous Dogs Act work
- Advocacy experience or a clear interest in building advocacy skills
Whats On Offer
- Profit share bonus (employee-owned firm)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
- Flexible and supportive working culture
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established Yorkshire law firm with a strong regional presence and a people-first culture. The firm is employee-owned with a profit share scheme for eligible employees and a genuine focus on community development and doing things the right way.
Location & Working Arrangements
- Leeds City Centre
- Full-time permanent role
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Algebra
- Legal Counsel
- Mediation Experience
- Tribal Law
- Legal Research
- Telemarketing
- Training & Development
- Geometry
- Child Protective Services
- negotiation
