At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a varied litigation caseload and shape your own practice area.
- Company: Join a respected law firm in Darlington with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Earn up to £60,000, enjoy 36 days leave, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Exciting career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by developing a growing litigation department.
- Qualifications: Experience in litigation and strong client relationship skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
Eventus Legal are seeking a Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a well‑established and expanding law firm in Darlington, County Durham. This is a newly created permanent Litigation Solicitor job due to increasing demand and an abundance of existing work. The successful Litigation Solicitor will have the opportunity to shape and develop their own practice area whilst benefiting from a salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience, hybrid working and remote working flexibility, 36 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, an extended Christmas shutdown, workplace pension and genuine autonomy. Working hours are 8:45am – 5:00pm with a 45‑minute lunch break. Full‑time is preferred, although part‑time applications will be considered.
Job Responsibilities
- Managing a varied litigation caseload
- Advising clients on contentious probate matters
- Advising on land and boundary disputes
- Handling property‑related disputes
- Managing contract and commercial disputes
- Developing specialist areas of practice aligned to your interests
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting the growth of the litigation department
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm
Please note that personal injury work is undertaken elsewhere and will not form part of this Litigation Solicitor job.
Person Specification
- Experience managing a litigation caseload
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Commercial awareness
- The ability to work independently
- A proactive and entrepreneurial approach
- Strong client relationship management skills
- An interest in developing specialist expertise within litigation
Benefits and Rewards
- Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
- Full‑time permanent job with part‑time considered
- Hybrid working and remote working flexibility
- 36 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Additional Christmas closure provided by the firm
- Workplace pension with Aviva
- Genuine autonomy and flexibility
- Opportunity to shape and develop a litigation department
- Strong pipeline of existing work
- Friendly and supportive culture
- Long‑term career progression opportunities
About the Law Firm
Our client is a respected full‑service law firm with a strong reputation throughout North Yorkshire, Cumbria and County Durham. The practice is known for delivering exceptional client service whilst maintaining a welcoming and collaborative working environment. The firm has continued to grow through strong client relationships, referrals and reputation. Employees benefit from approachable leadership, excellent support and the opportunity to genuinely influence the development of their departments. This Litigation Solicitor job in Darlington, County Durham offers the chance to join the firm at an exciting stage of growth and create a litigation practice tailored to your interests. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
Litigation Solicitor employer: Eventus Recruitment
Eventus Legal is an excellent employer, offering a unique opportunity for Litigation Solicitors to shape their own practice area within a well-established law firm in Darlington. With a supportive work culture, generous benefits including up to £60,000 salary, 36 days of annual leave, and flexible working arrangements, employees are empowered to develop their careers while enjoying a collaborative environment that values initiative and personal growth.
