Litigation Solicitor
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Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor looking to develop their career within a well-established and supportive firm, handling a broad range of contentious matters.
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, providing practical and commercially focused advice to clients while maintaining the highest standards of client care and professional conduct.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied litigation caseload from instruction through to resolution.
- Advising clients on a broad range of dispute resolution matters.
- Drafting legal documents, witness statements, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Conducting negotiations and exploring alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
- Representing clients at hearings and liaising with counsel when required.
- Maintaining accurate file management and case records.
- Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Supporting business development activities and networking opportunities.
- Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, firm policies, and risk management procedures.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor with experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
- Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Excellent communication and client care abilities.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
- Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
- Experience of property litigation, commercial disputes, debt recovery, contract disputes, or civil litigation would be advantageous.
- Proficient in the use of case management systems and legal technology.
The Opportunity
- Join a reputable and growing firm with a strong client base.
- Handle a high-quality and varied caseload.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. xiskglj
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Litigation Lawyer in Chelmsford employer: LJ Recruitment Limited
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