Civil Litigation Solicitor – 1442

Clear IT Recruitment Limited; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor to manage a caseload from inception to conclusion in East Ham. Ideal candidates will have 1-4+ years of PQE in civil litigation and effective case management skills. The role requires proactive communication with clients and compliance with legal guidelines. The position offers opportunities for career progression within the firm.

Qualifications

• Must be a Solicitor with 1-4+ years PQE within Civil Litigation.
• Candidates must have litigation experience from commencing proceedings to trial.
• Multi track experience preferred with Fast Track Litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Managing a civil litigation caseload from inception to conclusion.
• Providing support and guidance to fee earners and legal assistants.
• Preparation of documents to include correspondence, pleadings, and witness statements.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Effective use of Case Management System

Client management

Compliance with SRA Code of Conduct

Education

Solicitor with 1-4+ years PQE

Job description

Overview

Our client is now recruiting for an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor to join its expanding team in East Ham.

The ideal candidate should have strong post qualification, or a wealth of vocational, experience in civil litigation and will be required to handle all aspects of their cases from the pre-action stage up to and including appeals, if required. Successful candidates will be able to be proactive in developing and following appropriate litigation strategies both alone and as part of a team.

Our client will also consider experienced Litigators who are looking for progression and can offer a Senior Litigation position within their firm.

Responsibilities

• Managing a civil litigation caseload from inception to conclusion.
• Reviewing and creating initial case plans by assessing client instructions and carrying out a review of available documentation at the outset of a case to determine suitable strategies to adopt;
• Providing support and guidance to fee earners and legal assistants within the team;
• Liaising with clients in order to advise on case prospects and take proofs of evidence to be used in the case;
• Preparation of documents to include correspondence, pleadings and witness statements;
• Attending court hearings both in person and by telephone;
• Attending case conferences with external counsel, where required;
• Dealing with correspondence and telephone calls;
• Providing updates to clients by email, letter or phone to ensure they receive up to date and adequate information about the progress of a case, when required;
• Liaising with accounts to ensure funds are allocated to the appropriate accounts in line with the Solicitor Accounts Rules 2011;
• Ensuring compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct 2011.

Qualifications/Experience

• Must be a Solicitor with 1-4+ years PQE within Civil Litigation
• Effective use of Case Management System
• Adherence to SLAs and KPIs
• Efficiently and effectively run your own caseload
• Managing expectations of clients and effectively deal with any complaints that arise as in line with Company policy
• Candidates must have litigation experience from commencing proceedings all the way through to trial, including attending CMCs and making applications
• Multi track experience is preferable with Fast Track Litigation experience as a must
• Candidates must have instructed and attended conference with counsel

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

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Job Title: Civil Litigation Solicitor - 1442
Job Reference: 1442

Start Rite Business Centre Broadland Business Park Peachman Way. Norwich.
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