Crime Solicitor

Clayton Legal

Posted 3 days ago, valid for 20 days

London, Greater London NW1 1LH, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

My client is seeking a newly qualified or early-career solicitor with 0–3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their Protest and General Crime teams.
The role involves working on high-impact protest and general crime cases, developing advocacy skills, and being part of a supportive and empathetic team.
Candidates should have Police Station Accreditation, with duty status being desirable, and a strong interest in protest law, civil liberties, and human rights.
The firm is highly regarded, with its Crime team ranked in the Chambers & Partners 2025 directory for delivering excellent service.
This position offers a competitive salary, providing an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the field of protest law.

Are you a newly qualified or early-career solicitor with a passion for criminal defence and human rights? My client is offering a rare opportunity to join their Protest and General Crime teams – and be part of some of the most high-profile and socially significant legal work in the country.Our clients winning formula isn’t just based on decades of legal expertise – it’s grounded in a deep understanding of their clients. Their lawyers are supportive and empathetic, taking the time to understand the most important person in every case: the client.These lawyers have defended in some of the most serious, complex, and high-profile cases ever prosecuted in the UK. They are highly recommended by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, and our Crime team is ranked in the Chambers & Partners 2025 directory, praised for delivering “excellent service” and treating clients with “utmost civility and respect.”This Protest team has led the field in protest law for over a decade. They’ve helped shape modern protest defence. They represent activists linked to Greenpeace, Extinction Rebellion, Just Stop Oil, Palestine Action, Black Lives Matter, and more. They are also actively involved in cases dealing with the application of terrorism legislation to protest.This role offers the opportunity to:

Work on high-impact protest and general crime cases
Develop your advocacy skills in Magistrates' and Crown Court proceedings
Be involved in appeals and complex legal challenges
Collaborate with a close-knit team that values mentoring and development

About You

Qualified Solicitor with 0–3 years PQE
Police Station Accreditation is essential; duty status is desirable
Prior experience in criminal defence preferred
A strong interest in protest law, civil liberties, and human rights
A team player with a proactive and compassionate approach

This is more than just a legal role – it's a chance to make a genuine difference and to be part of a practice that is helping define the future of protest law in the UK.

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