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Commercial Litigation Solicitor - 3+ yrs PQE - competitive salary based on experience
We are partnered with a North East Lincolnshire successful law firm with offices over Lincolnshire and currently looking for a senior commercial litigator to work in the North Lincolnshire office.
The role is working in a small team with a senior partner along with a junior litigator and paralegal. Their work includes PI, litigation claims - commercial, contracts, land law disputes, landlord & tenant, both commercial and residential, to name a few areas of work covered in the team.
The firm are a supportive and inclusive work environment where there are most definitely opportunities for career development and progression in this role.
The JD includes the followin responsibilities:
Case Management: Independently manage a diverse portfolio of litigation cases, including commercial, civil, and dispute resolution matters.
- Client Representation: Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
- Legal Advice: Provide clear, strategic legal advice to clients on a variety of contentious matters.
- Drafting and Review: Draft and review pleadings, correspondence, contracts, and legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Advocacy: Act as an advocate in court or before tribunals, handling hearings and trials as needed.
- Negotiation and Settlement: Lead negotiations on behalf of clients to reach favourable settlements where appropriate.
- Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent communication and client satisfaction.
- Compliance: Ensure that all work complies with relevant legal standards and regulations.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the litigation team, providing guidance to junior staff and collaborating with colleagues across departments.
- Business Development: Contribute to business development activities, including networking and promoting the firm’s litigation services.
Key Requirements
- Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years PQE in Litigation.
- Proven experience managing a broad range of complex litigation cases.
- Strong advocacy skills and a track record of representing clients in court.
- Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a large caseload.
- Strong drafting skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent client management and relationship-building abilities.
- Proficiency in legal research and the use of case management software.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Desirable Skills
- Experience in specific areas such as commercial litigation, construction disputes, or intellectual property litigation.
- Knowledge of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration and mediation.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks within the litigation context.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for career development and progression.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Flexible working options.
Please do call Monica for a confidential conversation about the firm in more detail and indeed for any further information about the role. She is happy to speak to you at a convenient moment, days, evening and over the weekend.
