Motor Defence Solicitor

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Motor Defence Solicitor My client, a long established and highly regarded criminal defence solicitors is seeking to add to their team by recruiting an experienced Motor Defence Solicitor. This is an excellent opportunity for an outcome focussed and driven defence solicitor to manage a complex and rewarded caseload of motor defence work. Based in South Lancashire, the role will cover cases UK wide however predominantly in the Greater Manchester and Lancashire courts. This is not a duty solicitor position. Specific responsibilities include: Handling your own technically complex caseload defending motoring offences arising from the use of indictable/either way and summary offence cases Reviewing evidence and appropriately advising the client. Advising clients on all aspects including guilty and not guilty pleas, technical and procedural issues, evidence, costs, and potential penalties. Taking detailed witness and mitigation statements from the client and any relevant witnesses. Instructing the right experts to assist your clients case. Instructing and liaising with Counsel, both at preliminary hearings and on the day of trial / sentencing hearing. Taking and converting new enquiry calls and bein...
Location:
Preston, Lancashire
Salary:
£50,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal