Solicitor/Associate Solicitor - Litigation

We are working in partnership with a growing and highly regarded law firm to appoint a Solicitor or Associate into its Litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, handling a diverse caseload while contributing to the continued growth of the department.

The Role

You will manage a varied and engaging caseload, advising clients across a broad range of contentious matters, including:

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• Commercial litigation
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• Property disputes
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• Insolvency matters
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• Contractual disputes
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• General civil litigation matters
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The position offers a strong mix of fee-earning responsibility, client contact, and involvement in wider team development.

Key Responsibilities

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• Manage your own litigation caseload from instruction through to resolution
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• Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to clients
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• Conduct advocacy where appropriate and instruct Counsel when required
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• Supervise and support Trainees and Paralegals
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• Assist Partners with mentoring, workflow management, and quality assurance
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• Maintain high standards of client care and file compliance
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• Take ownership of financials, including billing, WIP and debt recovery
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• Support business development activity and build client relationships
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• Contribute to departmental improvements, precedents, and internal knowledge sharing
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• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm
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The Successful Candidate

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• Qualified Solicitor (NQ–4 years PQE) with litigation experience
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• Strong working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and SRA regulations
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• Confident managing matters independently
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• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
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• Commercially aware with a client-focused approach
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• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise effectively
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• An interest in mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team success
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