Criminal Lawyer / Duty Solicitor – Dudley | Leading Regional Law Firm / JOB REF:4446.

Are you a Criminal Lawyer looking to join a respected and highly regarded Criminal Defence team where your advocacy skills will be valued and your career genuinely supported?

This established Midlands practice is looking to recruit a Criminal Lawyer into its Dudley office. Applications are welcomed from experienced Duty Solicitors as well as newly qualified solicitors or those approaching qualification who are committed to developing a long-term career in criminal defence.

Working alongside an experienced and supportive team, you will advise and represent clients across a broad spectrum of criminal matters, attending police stations, appearing before the Magistrates' Court and managing your own caseload from instruction through to conclusion. Advocacy forms a key part of the role, including bail applications, case management hearings and trials, together with participation in the Duty Solicitor rota.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys client-facing work, thrives under pressure and wants to build their advocacy experience within a collaborative environment where development is actively encouraged.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor, or be nearing qualification, with previous exposure to criminal defence work. Existing Duty Solicitor accreditation would be advantageous but is by no means essential, as the firm is committed to supporting the right individual in achieving accreditation. Strong communication skills, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client care are essential.

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, hybrid and flexible working, a generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, pension, healthcare cash plan, enhanced family-friendly benefits, paid volunteering days and genuine long-term career progression within a supportive and inclusive culture.

If you are looking to join a firm where criminal defence remains a core and highly respected practice area, this is an opportunity well worth exploring.

To apply or to have a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal Recruitment.

HOW TO APPLY: Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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