Kidwells Solicitors · 14 hours ago
Criminal Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive
Hereford, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKidwells Solicitors is seeking a qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Paralegal to make a real difference in the lives of clients. The role involves representing and advising clients in various criminal matters and working closely with a team to provide effective legal support.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Representing and advising clients in a variety of criminal matters
Where qualifications allow representation of clients at court or attendance with counsel
Where qualification allow advising clients in the police station
Working closely with other members of the team, including but not limited to the Director of Crime, as well as solicitors, paralegals, secretaries, and other support staff
Providing advice to clients, in person, via telephone or video conference
Drafting legal documents as well as reviewing documentation; and
Establishing a compelling position for the client, using a complete and accurate understanding of the matter and criminal law
Qualification
Required
Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Paralegal
Ability to represent and advise clients in a variety of criminal matters
Ability to represent clients at court or attend with counsel where qualifications allow
Ability to advise clients in the police station where qualifications allow
Ability to work closely with other members of the team, including the Director of Crime, solicitors, paralegals, secretaries, and other support staff
Ability to provide advice to clients in person, via telephone or video conference
Ability to draft legal documents and review documentation
Ability to establish a compelling position for the client using a complete and accurate understanding of the matter and criminal law
Ability to work to a target of 6 billable hours a day
Ability to co-operate with the firm's credit control arrangements
Ability to work effectively within a team and efficiently run an individual caseload
Professional, organised, competent, enthusiastic and ambitious
Ability to work with other fee earners and seek advice and assistance whenever needed to develop knowledge and skills
Participation in regular file reviews with a senior Solicitor to ensure compliance and client care
Benefits
Onsite parking at our Hereford office
24/7 access to our fully equipped onsite gym
Easy access via public transport
Pizza Fridays for all staff
Paid bank holidays
Company
Kidwells Solicitors
In 2008, Kidwells Law Solicitors was established in Hereford but has since expanded to Cheltenham and Bristol.
Founded in 2008
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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