Litigation Solicitor (AL)

A Litigation Solicitor represents clients in civil and commercial disputes, providing expert legal advice and managing all aspects of litigation. The role involves handling cases from initial instructions through to resolution, which may be achieved through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Consultation: Meet with clients to discuss their cases and provide legal advice.
• Case Management: Investigate cases, gather documents, interview witnesses, and conduct legal research.
• Document Preparation: Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
• Court Representation: Represent clients in pre-trial hearings and trials, including cross-examinations and presenting arguments.
• Negotiations: Conduct settlement negotiations with opposing parties.
• Legal Research: Analyze case law and legal precedents to support case strategies.

• Education: Law degree (LLB or equivalent) and completion of Legal Practice Course (LPC).
• Experience: Previous experience in litigation.
• Licensure: Admission to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) or relevant legal body.
• Skills: Strong research, analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Solicitor with a proven track record and experience in litigation. 

Suitable candidates must have experience in:

• Managing varied caseload of property litigation
• Negligence claims
• Building disputes
• Debt Recovery
• Landlord and tenant disputes.