Criminal Solicitor
G2 Legal Limited
Leeds
Full-time
GBP 40,000 – 70,000
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A highly regarded, regional law firm in the heart of Leeds is seeking a Criminal Solicitor to join its Personal Injury and Inquests team.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to specialise in a unique and growing area of law: Criminal Defence work with a focus on Dangerous Dogs Act cases.
You'll be joining a progressive, values-driven practice that places real emphasis on collaboration, flexibility and community responsibility.
The firm offers a friendly and open culture where employee voices are genuinely heard, and profit-sharing rewards reflect collective success.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle a specialist caseload of Dangerous Dogs Act matters, including prohibited breeds and out-of-control dogs
- Represent clients at police stations, Magistrates' Court and Crown Court
- Provide high-quality, client-focused advice and advocacy
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of criminal law and practice
- Work independently while being supported by a collaborative and experienced team
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales), ideally 2+ years PQE in criminal law (flexible depending on experience)
- Solid case management and advocacy skills
- Strong IT literacy and numeracy
- Able to manage complex and sensitive cases with professionalism and care
- Experience in Dangerous Dog cases is advantageous – though not essential if you're keen to specialise in this niche area
- Highly organised with an ability to prioritise under pressure
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Profit share for staff
- Generous benefits package
- Supportive, forward-thinking team environment
- Opportunity to develop a niche and valuable specialism in criminal defence
- Central Leeds office with modern facilities, offering hybrid working
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