At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters and provide strategic advice to clients.
- Company: Join a highly regarded specialist criminal law team in Nottingham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to work on complex cases.
- Other info: Opportunity for nationwide travel and collaboration with an experienced team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping individuals and businesses navigate criminal investigations.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with substantial criminal defence experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a highly regarded specialist criminal law team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with substantial criminal defence experience to work on a varied caseload of privately funded criminal matters, acting for individuals and businesses facing investigation or prosecution. The role offers exposure to complex and high-value work, with the opportunity to take ownership of matters, build strong client relationships and work alongside an experienced team of criminal lawyers.
The Role:
- Manage a varied caseload of privately funded criminal defence matters
- Advise individuals and businesses throughout all stages of criminal investigations and proceedings
- Handle complex cases involving fraud, serious sexual offences, financial crime and confiscation proceedings
- Advise clients facing investigations and prosecutions by enforcement and regulatory authorities
- Attend police stations, courts and other relevant hearings as required
- Provide clear, strategic and commercially focused advice to clients
- Undertake advocacy and represent clients throughout proceedings
- Develop case strategies and manage matters through to conclusion
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing a high level of service throughout
- Work collaboratively with colleagues on complex and sensitive matters
- Contribute to business development, networking and the continued growth of the practice
- Maintain high professional and regulatory standards
About You:
Qualified Solicitor in England
Criminal Defence Senior Solicitor in Nottingham employer: William James Recruitment
At William James Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Birmingham office provides flexible working options and a competitive salary package, alongside numerous employee benefits that support professional growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for ambitious legal professionals seeking to advance their careers in contentious probate law.
