At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle complex litigation cases and support clients in personal and business disputes.
- Company: Join Chattertons, a respected law firm with a rich history and community focus.
- Benefits: Enjoy equal opportunities, professional growth, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values integrity, flexibility, and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with experience in Dispute Resolution.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive (NQ - 3 years PQE) - Lincoln, UK
The Newly Qualified PBDR Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive will work closely with our PBDR team across a broad range of litigation matters.
The successful candidate will handle a wide range of complex litigation work, including managing a mixed caseload of civil litigation matters, such as Commercial and Residential Landlord and Tenant, Consumer Law, Boundary Disputes, and Contentious Probate matters.
Key Responsibilities
- To generate new work and provide an ongoing service to existing clients.
- Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, maximising cross referrals across all offices and areas of the business.
- To produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives.
- To keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice in own area of work
- Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills.
- Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
- Maintaining accurate daily records of time spent on client and internal work.
- Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the firms' quality and risk procedures.
Qualifications
- Qualified Solicitor/Chartered Legal.
- Experience within Dispute Resolution.
- Knowledge
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel and high levels of computer literacy.
- Knowledge of case management systems.
- Clear understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and Money Laundering Regulations.
- Previous experience of SOS.
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- A keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Structured and organised.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Competencies
- Able to work with diplomacy and maintain high levels of confidentiality.
- Desire to provide high quality service.
- High level of integrity.
- Attributes
- Willing to be flexible to meet the needs of the business.
- Team player.
- Must have full driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours.
- Why work at Chattertons
Founded in 1856, Chattertons is one of the UK's oldest and most respected law firms, proudly serving communities across Lincolnshire and the East Midlands.
As a Top 200 law firm, we offer a comprehensive range of legal and financial services to individuals and businesses, with particular expertise in commercial property, corporate law, dispute resolution, and agriculture.
Our commitment to excellence is matched by our dedication to local engagement - many of our team members actively contribute to the community as trustees, governors, and business advocates.
Benefits
Some of the great benefits that we offer include
Chattertons recognises that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination.
The firm has an Equality and Diversity Policy and this sets out the firm’s position on equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.
This is available upon request.
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PERSONAL AND BUSINESS DISPUTE RESOLUTION SOLICITOR/CHARTERED LEGAL EXECUTIVE (NQ - 3 YEARS PQE)[...] in Lincoln employer: Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management
Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management is an excellent employer that prioritises flexibility and employee growth, making it an ideal place for a Corporate Solicitor to thrive. With a supportive work culture that encourages proactive business development and client management, employees benefit from a dynamic environment where they can enhance their skills and advance their careers. Located in Lincolnshire, the firm offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse corporate transactions while enjoying a balanced work-life integration.
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Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management Recruitment Team
