Full job descriptionCriminal Defence Senior AssociateLondon
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
A leading criminal defence firm in London is seeking a Criminal Defence Senior Associate to join its specialist team.
The firm has an established reputation across London and the South East for providing expert criminal defence representation. With a large team of criminal defence lawyers and higher court advocates, the firm handles a broad spectrum of work, including serious, complex and high-pressure criminal matters.
This role would suit an experienced criminal defence solicitor who is confident managing their own caseload, supervising junior lawyers and contributing to the continued development of a successful department.
The role will involve:
*Managing a broad caseload of criminal defence matters
*Advising clients in serious and complex cases
*Attending police stations, Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court as required
*Preparing cases for trial and working closely with counsel and experts
*Supervising and supporting junior lawyers and paralegals
*Helping to maintain and develop strong client and referrer relationships
*Contributing to the growth and reputation of the team
The ideal candidate will have:
*Significant experience in criminal defence
*Strong technical knowledge and excellent judgement
*Confidence managing serious and complex cases
*Excellent client care, advocacy and case management skills
*Police station accreditation and duty solicitor status would be advantageous
*Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members
*A proactive, commercially aware and team-focused approach
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a highly regarded criminal defence practice offering quality work, responsibility and clear scope for further progression.