Duty Solicitor – Leading Legal 500 Firm

Job title: Duty Solicitor – Leading Legal 500 Firm

Company: QED Legal


Job description: Duty Solicitor – North London (Top Legal 500 & Chambers ranked Firm)
Location: North London
Salary: DOE + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A highly respected, award winning, multi-service law firm-recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK-is seeking Duty Solicitors to join its expanding Crime Team at their North London office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team known for its commitment to access to justice and excellence in publicly funded legal work.
The Role You’ll play a crucial role in representing clients and managing a diverse criminal defence caseload. Key responsibilities include:

• Representing clients at police stations
• Managing a broad range of criminal cases
• Conducting advocacy in Magistrates’ Court (and Crown Court, if Higher Rights are held)

About You

• A qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal law
• Crime duty accreditation is preferred (or willingness to obtain it)
• Excellent advocacy and client care skills
• Proficient with legal IT systems and case management tools
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage a busy caseload
• Committed to access to justice and publicly funded legal services

Why Join?

• Be part of a firm that genuinely values internal development and promotion
• Work alongside award-winning lawyers in a collaborative and supportive environment
• Benefit from exposure to complex and rewarding criminal defence work
• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Real progression prospects in a growing, national firm

For more details or to apply discreetly, please get in touch directly.07932465567
leon.sokell@qedlegal.com

Expected salary:

Location: North London

Job date: Sun, 29 Jun 2025 06:22:35 GMT

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