Dudley
Criminal Lawyer / Duty Solicitor Location: Dudley Hours: Full-time (including out-of-hours/weekend rota). Part-time applicants also welcome. Recruiter Introduction Are you a Criminal Lawyer looking for your next career move — or a newly/nearly qualified solicitor ready to step into a supportive, progressive environment? I’m partnering with a reputable West Midlands law practice that is expanding its Criminal Defence team. They are committed to developing talent at every level and offer a genuinely supportive culture, excellent training, and clear routes for progression. If you're passionate about criminal law and want to join a firm that invests in its people, this could be the perfect opportunity. About the Opportunity A long-standing, well-respected law firm is seeking a Criminal Lawyer to strengthen its Criminal Defence team. This position is open to: • Qualified solicitors able to take on responsibility quickly, or Key Responsibilities • Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters, • Attend police stations and magistrates’ courts, • Conduct advocacy in bail hearings, case management, and trials, • Take part in the Duty Solicitor Rota (including evenings and weekends) You will be a great fit if you: • Are a qualified solicitor with Duty Solicitor accreditation, or close to qualification and motivated to achieve it, • Have experience or interest in police station work and advocacy, • Demonstrate strong litigation and communication skills, • Work well independently and collaboratively, • 31 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), • Bonus Scheme, • Birthday leave + Christmas closedown, • Long-service leave, • Pension & company sick pay, • Hybrid working & flexible hours, • Employee cash plan, • Referral bonuses, • Two paid volunteering days per year Whether you're already accredited or building towards qualification, this role offers genuine development and a welcoming team environment.