Litigation Solicitor (Insolvency & Recoveries) in Grimsby

Join a Tier 1 Legal 500 Team

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Litigation Solicitor to join our highly regarded Creditor Services team.

This is a unique opportunity to develop expertise in contentious insolvency, enforcement and complex litigation matters within one of the UK's leading recoveries practices. Working alongside dual-qualified Solicitors and Insolvency Practitioners, you'll gain exposure to specialist work rarely found elsewhere in the market.

Our clients include over 140 local authorities, major national energy suppliers and a range of commercial organisations across England and Wales.

About the Team

Our Recoveries Department is recognised as a Tier 1 Legal 500 team and is widely regarded for its expertise in insolvency, recoveries and enforcement work.

Over the past decade, the team has received more than 20,000 instructions from over 140 local authorities across England and Wales. We also act for major national energy suppliers and a diverse range of commercial clients.

Working alongside both Solicitors and Insolvency Practitioners provides a unique perspective for clients and an excellent learning environment for lawyers looking to develop specialist expertise.

Legal 500 commentary highlights the team's reputation:

"Extremely knowledgeable about the insolvency sector; the team itself includes IPs which have a unique perspective and streamlined service."

"Two of the Recoveries partners are noted as the strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike."

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload that may include:

• Bankruptcy and winding-up proceedings
• Contested insolvency applications
• Orders for Sale
• County Court and High Court litigation
• Enforcement proceedings
• Local authority debt recovery matters
• Complex litigation and advisory work

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who enjoys contentious work and is looking to develop specialist expertise within a highly respected and growing team.

With a full-service offering and a diverse client base, Wilkin Chapman Rollits continues to grow, while maintaining our commitment to quality, innovation, and client-focused service.

We know that happy, motivated employees drive success, and a strong, forward-thinking culture benefits everyone. That’s why we provide the tools, support, and opportunities our people need to thrive.

With our combined roots stretching back over 300 years, we are the largest law firm operating out of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, with six regional locations and a place in the Lawyer UK 200. We combine deep local and sector knowledge with the strength, resources, and reach to handle any challenge—offering the best of both a large firm and a trusted, client-focused partner.

We invest in your career, offering a great benefits package and a supportive, sociable working environment. You’ll be joining a community of like-minded professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and excellence across our locations in Grimsby, Lincoln, Louth, Hull, York and Beverley.

At Wilkin Chapman Rollits, we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals from all backgrounds. We believe diversity fosters a values-led culture, fuels our growth, and creates opportunities for our colleagues to develop and succeed. As a Disability Confident and Armed Forces Friendly employer, we are dedicated to an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.