Duty Solicitor Location: Teesside Salary: Competitive Type: Full Time Permanent Imperial Recruitment Group are working with a leading nationwide law firm to appoint a Duty Solicitor in the Teesside area. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified solicitor to represent clients from the police station through to court hearings. Duties: - Representing clients detained at police stations. - Representing clients at court hearings. - Managing a caseload of criminal defence cases covering a full range of offences. - Act in accordance with Solicitors Regulation Authority rules and ethical obligations. - Maintain confidentiality and professional independence. - Keep and maintain accurate records. - Respond promptly to urgent calls from police stations or courts. Requirements: - Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales. - Duty Accredited. - Proven experience handling a wide range of criminal law matters. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to multitask and manage a caseload. - Proficient in use of case management systems. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Willingness to participate in a 24/7 duty rota, including nights, weekends and bank holidays. For more information, please get in touch with Kimi at Imperial Recruitment Group. ..... full job details .....