Criminal Defence Solicitor

Company: Bewley Recruitment
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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Overview

In this role, you will handle criminal defence work within a Cardiff-based team and contribute as a fee earner. You will build and strengthen client relationships while delivering high-quality, varied caseloads. The firm offers a competitive package and clear career progression within a supportive environment. This is a top-tier opportunity to advance your career handling exceptional criminal defence work in a prestigious firm.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary and package
  • career progression opportunities
  • supportive working environment

Responsibilities

  • Manage criminal defence caseloads with technical proficiency
  • Develop and nurture client relationships
  • Collaborate effectively within a criminal law team
  • Contribute as a fee earner delivering high-quality work
  • Engage in workload planning and case strategy
  • Support business development activities within the department

Key requirements

  • Solicitor or Legal Executive or equivalent
  • detailed knowledge and technical expertise in criminal defence
  • client relationship skills
  • team collaboration
  • professionalism
  • adaptability
  • criminal defence expertise

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Posted: October 16th, 2026