Civil Litigation Solicitor (possible retrain)

Pertemps; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful legal firm in Liverpool is seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE. In this role, you will manage a caseload involving claims against the police, handling cases from inception to conclusion. The ideal candidate is a qualified Solicitor with litigation experience and strong advocacy skills. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits and the possibility of hybrid working.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience managing your own Part 7 litigation caseload.
• Motivated litigator focused on actions against police and public bodies.
• Demonstrate strong advocacy skills and knowledge of pre-action disclosure procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of civil liberties claims from inception to conclusion.
• Handle multi-track litigation and participate in civil jury trials.

Skills

Excellent client care

Quality control skills

Strong working knowledge of CPR

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

CIVIL LITIGATION SOLICITOR, 2+ YEARS’ PQE, LIVERPOOL, TO C£45,000 + BENEFITS AND HYBRID WORKING – Successful, Legal 500 firm offering a great opportunity to take on a caseload of claims against the police. JOB REF:2159

• We are seeking a Solicitor to join this expanding Civil Litigation team.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator to take ownership of high-quality, claimant-focused work involving actions against the police and public bodies.
• You will manage your own caseload of civil liberties claims from inception to conclusion, including matters such as unlawful arrest and false imprisonment, human rights breaches, malicious prosecution, misfeasance in public office and judicial review proceedings.
• The role involves predominantly multi-track litigation and exposure to civil jury trials, making it ideal for solicitors seeking hands-on advocacy-focused experience in complex claims.
• The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ experience managing your own Part 7 litigation caseload.
• Whilst a track record handling a similar caseload of files, Personal Injury Solicitors with over 2 years’ PQE will be considered for an opportunity to retrain.
• You will also be able to demonstrate excellent client care and quality control skills, as well as a strong working knowledge of the CPR and pre‑action disclosure procedures.
• To apply contact Melanie Daly at eNL on 0161 850 0745 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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