Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Michael Page UK; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Leeds seeks a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload involving contractual disputes and insolvency issues. The firm is recognized for its supportive culture and commitment to professional development, offering a competitive salary and benefits including hybrid working and health plans.

Benefits

23 days of holiday plus birthday off

Health cash plan

Group life assurance

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• 1-6 years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Experience in handling a range of commercial disputes.
• Strong academics and ties to Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload including contractual disputes and professional negligence claims.
• Drafting pleadings and witness statements.
• Supporting clients throughout the litigation process.

Skills

Client communication

Business development

Legal drafting

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

• Join a growing regional firm with a strong reputation. in Leeds
• Enjoy a supportive, award-winning work environment.

About Our Client

Our client is an award-winning law firm with offices across Yorkshire. Recognised as one of the UK's Best Places to Work by The Sunday Times, they offer a supportive and inclusive culture. The firm is committed to professional development and work-life balance and they have a small bur growing Disputes practice dealing with a broad range of claims.

Job Description

The Commercial Litigation Solicitor will be:

• Managing a varied caseload, including contractual disputes, shareholder conflicts, insolvency issues, and professional negligence claims.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements.
• Supporting clients throughout the litigation process and representing clients in Court
• Collaborating with the Partner on larger claims.
• Contributing to business development and marketing activities.

The Successful Applicant

The Commercial Litigation Solicitor should be: / have;

• A solicitor or equivalent with 1-6 years PQE.
• Experienced in handling a range of commercial disputes.
• An interest to work for a regional law firm
• Strong academics
• Ties to Leeds
• Skilled in drafting legal documents and client communication.
• Proactive in business development and client relationship management.

What's on Offer

The firm offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £60,000, depending on experience.

Benefits include 23 days of holiday plus your birthday off, hybrid working, well being hours, health cash plan, group life assurance, pension contribution.