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The position: Levy & McRae is seeking a qualified solicitor to join our highly regarded private crime team. The nature of the work is defending professional clients in criminal prosecutions in a wide range of cases.
Candidate: The ideal candidate will be a confident and articulate court advocate who is well-organised, self-motivated, very presentable and discreet. They will be committed to the highest standards of client service. They will also be able to demonstrate commercial awareness and have an interest in business development. Applications are welcome from lawyers with experience in criminal law as a prosecutor or as a defence lawyer.
The firm: This is a unique opportunity to join Scotland’s foremost private criminal practice and to work with high quality clients. Our working environment is excellent. We have modern, first-class offices in the centre of both Edinburgh and Glasgow. You will be supported by an experienced team of legal and support staff and will be encouraged to undertake regular training and CPD. You will be given plenty of time to prepare your cases, aided by our online case management system. Evening or weekend work is only occasionally required.
Contract type: Full-time and permanent.
Location: Based at our Edinburgh office, with some work required at our Glasgow office, and at courts throughout Scotland.
Essential requirements:
- Qualified Scottish solicitor
- Minimum 2 years’ PQE
- At least two years’ experience working as a criminal lawyer in Scotland (defence or prosecution)
- Significant court advocacy experience
- UK driving licence holder and access to own car
How to apply: Please apply by email with a CV and covering letter to Michelle McKinnon (mmckinnon@lemac.co.uk). Your covering letter should include information about the work you have undertaken as a criminal lawyer and details of your achievements.
Closing date: The closing date for applications is Wednesday 25th June.
Informal enquiries about this position will be treated in the strictest confidence.
