At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a varied litigation caseload and provide high-quality legal advice.
- Company: Join a busy legal team within a London-based local authority.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible work options, and immediate start.
- Other info: Immediate interviews available; apply now to secure your spot!
- Why this job: Make a real impact in local government and develop your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with litigation experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An urgent requirement has arisen for an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join a busy legal team within a London-based local authority on an initial 12-week contract.
The successful candidate will manage a varied litigation caseload and provide high-quality legal advice across a range of contentious matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with local government experience who can quickly integrate into an established team and handle files with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities- Managing a caseload of litigation matters from inception through to conclusion.
- Providing legal advice to officers, managers and key stakeholders.
- Conducting advocacy where appropriate or instructing and managing external counsel.
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements and legal correspondence.
- Representing the organisation in negotiations and court proceedings.
- Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in accordance with court deadlines.
- Civil litigation
- Judicial review and public law challenges
- Housing litigation
- Anti-social behaviour injunctions
- Debt recovery and enforcement proceedings
- General local government litigation matters
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX.
- Significant experience handling litigation matters.
- Previous local authority or public sector legal experience is highly desirable.
- Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Available to start at short notice.
Immediate interviews available.
Civil Litigation Lawyer in City of London employer: Allen Lane
As a leading local authority in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our legal team. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing professional development opportunities, while our flexible working arrangements promote a healthy work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your career in civil litigation.
