Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible and supportive environment

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

Sellick Partnership is excited to be working with a Legal 500 ranked firm that is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their highly regarded and growing Commercial Litigation team in Grimsby. The role involves managing a broad and varied caseload, ADR, hearings, and active client development.

Applicants should have 3-5 years' PQE, substantial experience across commercial litigation, strong CPR knowledge, and a proven ability to manage complex matters independently.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' PQE in Commercial Litigation.
• Substantial experience across a broad spectrum of commercial litigation.
• Excellent knowledge of the CPR and strong drafting skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse and often complex caseload independently.
• Commercial awareness with ability to contribute strategically to the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad and varied caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Handle matters involving ADR, including mediation and arbitration.
• Attend hearings, mediations, client meetings and represent clients in court when needed.
• Play an active role in business development and portfolio growth.

Skills

Commercial Litigation

CPR knowledge

Negotiation skills

Independent caseload management

Job description

Sellick Partnership is excited to be working with a Legal 500 ranked firm that is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their highly regarded and growing Commercial Litigation team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a broad and varied caseload of commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, partnership and shareholder disagreements, insolvency claims, and contentious probate.
• Handling matters involving alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration.
• Attending hearings, mediations, and client meetings, and representing clients in court where appropriate.
• Playing an active role in business development, including client retention, networking, and growing your own portfolio of work.

The successful candidate:

• 3-5 years' PQE as a Commercial Litigation Solicitor
• Has substantial experience across a broad spectrum of commercial litigation work.
• Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Has a proven ability to manage a diverse and often complex caseload independently.
• Shows commercial awareness and the ability to contribute strategically to the team and firm.

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary, a flexible and supportive working environment, and clear opportunities for progression within a Legal 500-recognised team.

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