This work covers Crown Court trials in England, where the most serious criminal offences are heard. It includes indictable and certain triable‑at‑random charges heard before a judge and jury, from charge and disclosure through to verdict and sentencing. A solicitor practising in this area advises on bail and pre‑trial matters, negotiates pleas, prepares and cross‑examines witnesses, and handles appeals to the Court of Appeal. It also encompasses liaison with the Crown Prosecution Service and the court, and the management of complex evidential and procedural issues that arise at trial.
Why this work is usually handled by a solicitor
A solicitor in this field is trained to handle complex evidential routes, evidential disclosure issues, and legal submissions that arise at Crown Court level, including routine and special applications, cross‑examination strategy, and the formulation of trial flags and directions. They are regulated professionals with conduct and professional responsibility obligations, including protected client accounts, professional indemnity insurance, and rights of audience in relevant proceedings.
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