Police Defence Solicitor / Barrister

Job Description

THE FIRM

Our client is a leading litigation firm with a national network.

THE ROLES

To advise the police authorities on a wide range of operational matters, provide litigation advice, undertake advocacy where required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Specialise in acting on behalf of a police force, their claims handlers and insurers, protecting their interests

Manage some pre and litigated claims including but not limited to false imprisonment, malicious prosecution and assault

Work as part of a team providing a comprehensive range of legal advice and representation to the Chief Constable to include, depending on experience, civil orders in the Magistrates' Court and the County Court, including Anti Social Behaviour Orders, Sexual Offences Prevention Orders, Proceeds of Crime Act applications and Domestic Violence Protection Orders

Demonstrate strong advocacy skills, and have the necessary flexibility to offer support in the handling of civil claims, judicial review, operational advice, and disclosure

Assess and respond to requests in line with Force Policy, legislation and common law principles

Advising officers and staff in relation to the necessity and lawfulness of disclosure requests received and where appropriate, advising them on the grounds for refusal, along with identifying documentation to be disclosed, including video and audiotapes

Assist the BCM and other team members with their cases, client development, client training, networking and potentially public speaking where required

Liaise with various parties such as other solicitors, insurers, experts, counsel and clients

Control Case Manager diary and action lists

Draft various documents such as letters, reports and pleadings

Perform billing duties, ensuring bills are paid in a timely manner

Satisfy standards of client care in accordance with BCM guidelines and directions

Complete Client MI procedures

Achieve set financial and chargeable targets

Comply with relevant rules, policies and procedures

Keep up to date with legal developments

THE PERSON

3PQE+

Experience of defending litigated claims

Experience of advising a public body on day to day legal queries

Excellent knowledge of the CPR and litigation

Knowledge of neighbourhood type policing orders and general operational advice preferable

Ability to influence a broad range of people including key decision makers

Excellent organisation skills

Excellent time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets

Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.