Duty Solicitor

Are you a newly qualified solicitor eager to launch your career in criminal defence? Working toward your Duty Solicitor accreditation? Or perhaps you’re already accredited and looking to reduce your hours without stepping away from meaningful, high-quality casework?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, long-established criminal defence firm based in Birkenhead. With particular expertise in financial crime and proceeds of crime matters, the firm offers a unique environment to grow your skills, gain valuable experience, and work on complex, high-profile cases – whether you’re just starting out or seeking a more balanced workload.

What’s on offer:

• Roles suitable for:
  ▪ Newly Qualified Solicitors
  ▪ Solicitors working toward Duty Accreditation
  ▪ Accredited Duty Solicitors seeking part-time hours
• Flexibility: full-time or part-time (minimum 14 hours/week; part-timers typically work 3–4 days/week)
• Opportunities to work closely with senior solicitors, financial experts, and forensic accountants
• A structured, supportive environment focused on long-term development and career growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Representing clients at police stations and in court (supervision provided if not yet accredited)
• Managing a caseload focused on criminal defence, with a strong emphasis on financial crime
• Collaborating with internal and external experts to deliver high-quality representation
• Supporting clients through every stage of the criminal justice process

What we’re looking for:

• NQ solicitors with a strong interest in criminal law
• Those working towards, or partway through, Duty Solicitor accreditation
• Qualified Duty Solicitors looking for part-time work without compromising on the quality of casework
• Excellent communication and client-care skills
• A proactive and flexible approach with a commitment to team collaboration

Why join?

• Competitive salary based on experience and accreditation
• A genuine opportunity to build specialist expertise in financial crime
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle or career stage
• A team of dedicated, experienced professionals who value integrity, support, and development

Whether you’re at the start of your criminal law journey or looking to realign your work-life balance, this is a unique opportunity to join a firm where you’ll feel valued and supported.