Criminal Lawyer - Ashville Knight : Job Details

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Criminal Lawyer to join a Legal 500 firm with offices in and around the Berkshire area. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and have previous experience in private client and regulatory crime. You will be expected to represent clients at all stages of criminal proceedings, from pre-charge to post-conviction, and provide strategic and tactical guidance to clients in complex and sensitive matters.

Duties will include:

• Advising and representing clients in criminal matters including serious criminal offenses regulatory breaches, and white-collar crime cases.
• Represent clients in all stages of criminal proceedings, including pre-trial, trial, and post-conviction hearings.
• Drafting legal documents, including correspondence, witness statements and pleadings.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients, ensuring clear communication of complex legal concepts and potential outcomes.
• Work closely with other members of the criminal team to ensure efficient case management and delivery of services.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of criminal law, legal practices, and ethical standards.
• Participate in business development activities, including networking, client referrals, and contributing to the marketing of the firm’s criminal law services.

Desired skills:

• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience in running your own caseload.
• Strong negotiation, communication and advocacy skills.
• Be proactive with an interest in business development.

What they offer:

• Competitive salary: Competitive dependent on experience £75K+.
• Company pension.
• Flexible Leave.
• Health Care Plan.
• Hybrid working considered after probation.