Locum Criminal Litigation / Prosecutions Lawyer 3–6 Months+ | Predominantly Remote | Court Attendance Only | East Midlands | Outside IR35 An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Locum Criminal Litigation Lawyer to join a well-regarded
Local Authority in the East Midlands. This is a flexible, predominantly remote role with
court attendance required no more than once per week, offering a highly competitive hourly rate and the strong potential for extension.
The Position: - Contract Length: 3–6 months initially, with strong potential for extension
- Working Pattern: Full-time preferred (part-time considered for suitably experienced candidates)
- Location: East Midlands
- Working Arrangement: Mainly remote, with some court attendance
- Rate: Up to £65 per hour (Umbrella or Outside IR35), dependent on experience
Key ResponsibilitiesYou will manage a varied and interesting criminal litigation caseload on behalf of the Local Authority, including:
- Handling all aspects of criminal litigation and prosecutions
- Advising and acting on a wide range of regulatory and enforcement matters, including but not limited to:
- Fly-tipping
- Housing offences
- Non-school attendance
- Unauthorised encampments
- Taxi and premises licensing appeals
- Breach of planning
- Trading Standards
- Food hygiene and safety
- Representing the Council in court where appropriate
About You
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or fully qualified Legal Executive
- Demonstrable experience in criminal litigation, ideally within a Local Authority setting
- Experience handling licensing and regulatory matters
- Confident court advocate with the ability to manage cases autonomously
Why Apply?
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible working with minimal office attendance
- Broad and engaging caseload
- Opportunity for a rolling locum contract
How to ApplyIf you’re interested in this
Locum Criminal Litigation Lawyer position or would like to hear about more locum opportunities we are working on, please apply online or contact
Sam Cox or
Timothea Nash directly for a confidential discussion.
scox@venngroup.comtnash@venngroup.com07441 916435
Job Reference: J92998
