Stephensons Solicitors LLP
Crime - Criminal Defence Solicitor job
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Criminal Defence Solicitors - We'd love to hear from you
Passionate about criminal defence? So are we.
At Stephensons, we are always interested in speaking with talented individuals who share our commitment to protecting the rights of clients and delivering exceptional criminal defence representation. Whether you are a newly qualified or an experienced criminal defence solicitor, we'd welcome a confidential conversation about your future career.
Why Criminal Defence at Stephensons?
Our Criminal Litigation team is one of the most highly regarded criminal defence practices in the country. They have held a Tier 1 ranking in Legal 500 for 10 consecutive years and have been recognised for their expertise year after year. Our team undertakes serious, complex and high-profile criminal defence work across England and Wales, supported by a strong team of specialist solicitors, advocates and support professionals.
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About You
We welcome applicants with a wide range of strengths, thinking styles and lived experiences. We’re happy to discuss workplace adjustments or support that help you perform at your best.
At Stephensons, our values are at the heart of everything we do and we welcome those who share our values of approachable, flexible, inclusive, resilient and supportive.
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We will make sure you get training and support, which could mean qualifying as a duty solicitor if you’re not already.
What We Offer
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Alongside high-quality work and excellent career development opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Generous annual leave increasing with service
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits*
- Wellbeing support programmes
- Holiday buy and sell scheme*
- Pension and life assurance schemes
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Will writing service*
- Reward and recognition schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Internal referral incentives
- Social events and networking opportunities
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