Criminal Defence SolicitorLocation: Nottingham - Hybrid working Available (1 day office based & 4 days WFH) Our client is an Award-Winning National Firm of Solicitors who are passionate about achieving the best possible outcome for every client, combining robust legal representation with approachability and straightforward honest advice. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and dedicated Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their specialist Criminal Law Team, to work on a diverse range of private Criminal Law matters. The successful candidate will provide confidential, high-quality legal advice and representation to clients facing investigation or prosecution, guiding clients through every stage of their case, ensuring they fully understand their options and receive consistent, professional support. Within this role, you will deliver a thorough, client-focused service, handling each matter with sensitivity, discretion, and efficiency, and will work to minimise the impact of proceedings on clients' personal and professional lives while maintaining exceptional standards of care throughout. Key duties include: Act for clients across the full spectrum of criminal legal matters, providing advice, preparation and representation at every stage.Represent a wide variety of private paying clients in matters involving, Road Traffic Offences, Sexual Offences and Fraud Defence.Handle Companies House prosecutions as well as matters involving Trading Standards, Environmental Health, BEIS & Health & Safety Investigations. Manage specialist criminal matters including defence of Military personnel, complex frauds, POCA proceedings, and confiscation cases. Work on complex sexual offences cases including internet-based offences and historical allegations. Attend Police Stations and Courts nationwide to provide representation as required. In return, the Company offers a competitive salary, personal and professional career development and progression, a supportive and friendly working environment where core values of Integrity, Expertise, Passion, Straightforwardness and Tenacity are valued