is seeking a qualified solicitor to join our highly regarded private crime team. The nature of the work is defending privately funded criminal prosecutions. This is a unique opportunity to join Scotland’s foremost private criminal practice and to work with high quality clients.
The position is a new, full-time and permanent position, created in response to a significant growth in new instructions. The solicitor will be based at our Edinburgh office.
The ideal candidate will be a confident and articulate court advocate working to the highest standards who is well-organised, self-motivated, very presentable & discreet. 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.
Our working environment is excellent. We have modern, first-class offices in the centre of Edinburgh. 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 occasionally required.
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
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.
The closing date for applications is Friday 27 January at 5pm. Interviews will be in Edinburgh in early February.
Informal enquiries about this position will be treated in the strictest confidence. Prospective candidates should contact Neil Hay.