Experienced Solicitor

Kenlinks Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Blackburn is searching for an experienced Solicitor with at least 6 years PQE. This permanent, office-based role will involve managing a caseload across various legal areas, providing expert advice, and ensuring timely resolutions. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in the MOJ and Proclaim systems, alongside a strong willingness to develop and grow within the firm. Ideal candidates will have experience in various areas of law, and familiarity with Islamic real estate finance is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years PQE as a Solicitor.
• Familiarity with the MOJ and Proclaim system.
• Experience in Islamic real estate finance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated and pre-litigated files across various practice areas.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients.
• Handle a variety of cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of service.

Skills

Proficiency in multiple areas of law

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to provide high level of client care

Education

Solicitor with minimum 6 years PQE

Tools

MOJ system

Proclaim system

Job description

We are a well established and vibrant Law firm looking toexpand our team. We are looking to hire an experienced Solicitor with aminimum 6 Years PQE. We will consider all areas of law but we are notlooking for a Personal Injury Solicitor at this stage. This is apermanent role which is an office based role from our Blackburn Offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of litigated and pre-litigated files across various practice areas, excluding Personal Injury.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients.
• Handle a variety of cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using a variety of systems, including the MOJ and Proclaim system.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve the firm's objectives and maintain high standards of service.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years PQE as a Solicitor.
• Proficiency in multiple areas of law; experience in Islamic real estate finance is desirable.
• Familiarity with the MOJ and Proclaim system.
• Ability to potentially open and develop a department in currently non-practiced areas.
• Strong potential and willingness to grow with the firm.
• Ability to be part of a close-knit and diverse team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Ability to provide a high level of client care