Litigation Lawyer

Leaders Romans Group; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Lawyer

Location: Crowthorne House, Wokingham

Brand: Leaders Romans Group

Salary: Competitive Salary Package

About Us:

LRG are an award-winning national property company, who are going through exciting periods of growth and offer tailored training and development programmes at all levels. With over 200 branches across England and Wales we have a reputation for perfection and delivering an outstanding customer experience. Investment in people is built into our culture, and there are opportunities for driven individuals to achieve their career aspirations within the company.

Job Summary and key responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled and efficient Litigation Lawyer with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE to join our legal team, reporting directly to the Director of Legal. This hybrid role involves managing your own caseload of varied litigation matters while supporting the business on contentious operational issues. Regular weekly travel to our Group’s head offices and other external meetings will be required. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of civil procedure, court processes, and the ability to draft pleadings and manage cases across various tracks. You will be a proactive problem solver with a robust approach to litigation, capable of navigating complex disputes efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Litigation and Case Management
  • Conduct small claims, fast track, intermediate track, and multi-track legal proceedings.
  • Manage the conduct of court applications from inception to resolution.
  • Act for Claimants, Defendants, and other parties in a variety of disputes.
  • Advise on liability and quantum in contentious matters.
  • Ensure compliance with CPR (Civil Procedure Rules) and court procedures.
• Legal Drafting and Advisory Work
  • Settle and draft legal pleadings, including particulars of claim, defences, counterclaims, and witness statements.
  • Draft CPR-compliant letters of claim and letters of response.
  • Provide commercial and strategic legal advice on dispute resolution, including mediation and ADR mechanisms.
• Contentious Commercial and Property Disputes
  • Handle disputes involving agency law, professional negligence, and landlord & tenant matters.
  • Manage rent guarantee disputes, B2C contracts, and contentious operational issues.
  • Support employment-related disputes, particularly those concerning restrictive covenants and employer obligations.
• Advocacy and ADR
  • Conduct advocacy where required, including representation at hearings and tribunals.
  • Lead mediation and dispute resolution efforts, offering commercial and legal guidance.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on risk management and pre-litigation dispute handling.
• Collaboration and Business Support
  • Work closely with internal teams to resolve disputes efficiently.
  • Liaise with external counsel and third parties where necessary.
  • Assist in developing best practices for managing legal risks within the business.

What are we looking for:

• Minimum 2 years’ PQE, with proven experience managing your own caseload of litigation matters.
• Excellent knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules, court processes, and litigation best practices.
• Experience drafting pleadings, preparing cases for trial, and managing litigation across various tracks.
• Exposure to contentious contracts, agency law, landlord and tenant disputes, and consumer law.
• Desirable but not essential: advocacy and mediation experience.
• A commercial mindset with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Willingness to travel weekly to the Wokingham and Worthing offices.

What we can offer you:

• Proven track record for career growth and advancement within the company.
• Market leading training and ongoing professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and commission structure.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance, increasing by 1 day per year based on service with the option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year.

Leaders Romans Group are an equal opportunities employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated individual to our team who shares our commitment to excellence in the Real Estate Industry.