Contentious Insolvency Solicitor

Contentious Insolvency Solicitor – Leonard Curtis

Leonard Curtis Legal is a commercial law firm and part of the Leonard Curtis Group, an independent market‑leading professional services provider operating across the UK and Channel Islands with over 30 years’ experience in corporate recovery and insolvency.

As part of our growth plans and to meet increased client demand, we are recruiting a motivated and ambitious contentious insolvency solicitor to join our insolvency team. The role will support Insolvency Practitioners within the Leonard Curtis Group and specialist litigation funders on a wide range of disputes arising out of Administrations, Liquidations, Receiverships, Voluntary Arrangements and Bankruptcies. You will also act for Directors in claims brought against them including disqualification proceedings and more generally for creditors, funders and private individuals.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide support to Insolvency Practitioners within the Leonard Curtis Group and/or specialist litigation funders on a wide range of disputes arising out of Administrations, Liquidations, Receiverships, Voluntary Arrangements and Bankruptcies.
• Act for Directors in claims brought against them, including disqualification proceedings.
• Preside over all types of insolvency related litigation and dispute as a valued member of the team.
• Assist senior fee earners in their capacity as Solicitor Manager of failed law firms.
• Take ownership of discrete contentious matters with appropriate supervision.
• Support the development of junior fee earners in the team.
• Be actively involved in business development and marketing activities.

Ideal Candidate

• At least 3 years PQE working in an insolvency team.
• Demonstrable experience dealing with disputes for Insolvency Practitioners and a good understanding of different insolvency processes.
• Strong attention to detail with well‑developed analytical skills.
• Strong technical, drafting and negotiations skills.
• Ability to communicate with all stakeholders.
• Proactive, team‑focused with the ability to work independently.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• 25 days’ holiday, increasing 1 day every 5 years up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Birthday leave.
• 2 days per year of giving‑back days for volunteering.
• Well‑being package for all staff and adult family members, including 6 free counselling sessions per year on limitless topics.
• A rewards, benefits and lifestyle programme for all staff.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Death in Service benefit: 4 times salary after 2 years’ service.
• Contributory pension scheme.

Learning & Development

Leonard Curtis has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity is a core business imperative of the group. We are an equal opportunities employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. A diverse workforce allows the group to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences, supporting business growth and creating an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal