NQ Criminal Defence Solicitor

NQ Criminal Defence Solicitor | Prestigious Crime Department | Chester

The Firm:

Due to consistent, organic growth, this firm has doubled in size over the past 7 years and has exciting plans to build on this nationally. They currently have more than 7 offices across the North West, servicing an interesting client base of national corporations, SMEs, and HNW individuals.

The firm is well-known for the number of homegrown partners that it houses, and you can expect a high level of investment in your career development and progression. Over 85% of their Partners came in at the trainee/junior level and have worked their way up to Partnership in a short period.

One of the best things about the firm is its culture, evidenced by its extremely high staff retention rate. Whilst the firm is now well over 100 Lawyers strong, they have retained a family feel, and office politics are non-existent. There will be regular social events, including nights out and days away, that allow you to build close relationships with your colleagues within your team and the wider firm.

The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ solicitor to join a busy and prestigious Crime department out of their Chester office.

The firm has a long-standing reputation of being leaders in criminal defence across the north-west.

Their team acts on a broad range of criminal defence including but not limited to; Magistrates, Legal Aid, Police Station Attendance, Proceeds of Crime and Money Laundering.

This opportunity will give you exposure to all aspects of criminal defence work from the police station right through to the courts.

This opportunity comes with exceptional prospects for progression, with a clear route to partnership (and equity) that you will be supported to follow.

Requirements:

You will be an NQ Solicitor who wishes to carve a successful and rewarding career in criminal defence.

• Able to confidently handle your caseload
• Have a passion for providing exceptional client service and growing your contacts
• Able to work as part of a close-knit team and independently

This is a standout opportunity for an aspirational Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a growing, regional law firm at an exciting time as they look to expand nationally and continue to grow their reputation.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.