Civil Litigation Solicitor

IDEX Consulting; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Manchester is looking for a Civil Litigation Solicitor to manage contentious landlord and tenant matters. The role offers hybrid and remote working opportunities along with a competitive salary and benefits package, including a bonus. Ideal candidates will have the required qualifications and experience in the Civil Procedure Rules and must excel in client relationship management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote working

Bonus

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in contentious landlord and tenant matters.
• Expertise in the Civil Procedure Rules and court processes.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of contentious landlord and tenant matters.
• Prepare and issue court proceedings for possession and attend hearings.
• Provide expert advice and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Experience in contentious landlord and tenant matters

Expertise in Civil Procedure Rules

Strong client relationship management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

We are working with a growing law firm seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor, with a skill-set in contentious landlord and tenant matters to join their team. Whilst being a Civil Litigation Solicitor in this busy team, you'll benefit from zero chargeable hours and the ability to work remotely. You'll be focused on dealing with claims that have a focus on contentious landlord and tenant matters.

As the Civil Litigation Solicitor in this team, you'll play a key role in managing a range of contentious landlord and tenant cases. You will work closely with the clients, providing expert advice and support in all aspects of this work, including possession proceedings and eviction notices, while being fully integrated with the wider team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of contentious landlord and tenant matters, including possession proceedings and eviction notices
• Prepare and issue court proceedings for possession, attend hearings, and represent clients in possession-related matters
• Liaise directly with clients, ensuring excellent service delivery and strong client relationships
• Keep up-to-date with changes in landlord and tenant law, and provide training and updates to the team where necessary

The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor, with the ability to make strategic decisions when it comes to litigation and the litigious process. You'll need full experience of the Civil Procedure Rules and the court process. You'll also be able to manage a busy caseload and be part of a thriving team.

On offer is the opportunity to join a fantastic team and company, offering hybrid and remote working, part time working opportunities and great benefits. You'll be offered a competitive salary and benefits package which includes a bonus.

If you wish to apply for the position of Civil Litigation Solicitor, please contact Ellie Sedgwick.

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