Employed Barrister & Advocate — Civil Litigation, Hybrid

Cape Clarke; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Cape Clarke in Manchester is seeking experienced barristers or solicitor advocates for employed civil practice. The role combines court advocacy with advisory work and involvement in the preparation and strategy of litigation, with a base in Manchester and hybrid working.

You will handle civil advocacy across personal injury, clinical negligence, and related costs matters, providing persuasive oral advocacy and clear written analysis, with room to mentor junior advocates.

Qualifications

• Barrister or solicitor advocate with practising rights and substantial civil advocacy experience.
• Around five years' experience is a useful guide; depth and range matter more than specific years.
• Solicitor advocates should hold the Higher Rights of Audience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advocacy in civil matters including personal injury and clinical negligence.
• Advise on evidence and prospects, settle documents, and contribute to litigation strategy.
• Work with the litigation team and develop junior advocates where appropriate.

Skills

Advocacy

Civil litigation

Legal advising

Education

Higher Rights of Audience

Job description

Cape Clarke in Manchester is seeking experienced barristers or solicitor advocates for employed civil practice. The role combines court advocacy with advisory work and involvement in the preparation and strategy of litigation, with a base in Manchester and hybrid working.

You will handle civil advocacy across personal injury, clinical negligence, and related costs matters, providing persuasive oral advocacy and clear written analysis, with room to mentor junior advocates.