Criminal Defence Lawyer (Regulatory)

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Service Care Legal is seeking an experienced and qualified Criminal/Regulatory Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx to join a law firm on a rolling contract basis. This is a fully remote, highly flexible role, ideal for someone with experience in criminal defense, particularly those with a strong understanding of criminal procedure in both Magistrates and Crown Courts.

ROLE: Criminal/Regulatory Solicitor (Private Client)
LOCATION: Fully Remote
RATE: £40.00 to £50.00 per hour
CONTRACT: Rolling Contract (Flexible)

This role involves defending businesses in regulatory law matters, specifically when they face prosecution. Please note, this is not a prosecution lawyer position; we are looking for someone with expertise in defence law related to regulatory offenses. While experience in regulatory law is beneficial, we are open to applicants with a background in general criminal defence who are looking to apply their skills in this area.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Represent businesses in criminal and regulatory defence cases
2. Provide legal advice and strategy for clients in regulatory matters
3. Handle cases in Magistrates and Crown Courts
4. Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters, including regulatory offenses
5. Prepare legal documents, including defence statements and case summaries
6. Conduct legal research, and ensure compliance with criminal procedure

Essential Requirements:

1. Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx
2. Demonstrable experience in criminal defence, ideally with knowledge of criminal procedure in both Magistrates and Crown Courts
3. Experience or an interest in working on regulatory defence matters (training can be provided)
4. Strong legal research and drafting skills
5. Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
6. Excellent communication and client care skills
7. Must be self-motivated and able to work remotely

Desirable:

1. Experience in regulatory law (e.g., health and safety, environmental, financial regulations)
2. Previous experience working with businesses in a defense capacity

If this Criminal Defence Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on , or email . We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250 each.