Inquests Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Inquests Solicitor to manage a varied caseload in public law and regulatory matters. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of PQE with strong advocacy and client engagement skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 - £72,000 along with excellent benefits, including flexible working options and clear paths for promotion.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible / hybrid working options

Clear promotion pathways

Qualifications

• Solicitor ideally with 7 years plus PQE.
• Experienced in inquests, public law litigation, regulatory work.
• Skilled in advocacy and courtroom practice.
• Able to manage and prioritise a demanding caseload.
• Comfortable supervising more junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of advisory and litigation matters.
• Representing clients at inquests and Court of Protection hearings.
• Providing excellent client care and building relationships.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Client engagement

Drafting skills

Negotiation

Strategy development

Education

Solicitor with 7 years plus PQE

Job description

• Join a national law firm
• Great salary and flexibility on offer

About Our Client

You will be working for a national law firm with a strong reputation in public law and regulatory work. They serve a broad client base including public sector bodies, health authorities, and private organisations across the UK. The firm has offices across the UK

Job Description

The Inquests Solicitor will be:

• Managing a varied caseload of advisory and litigation matters in the inquests/regulatory space
• Representing clients at inquests, Court of Protection hearings and Tribunals
• Handling all stages of case strategy, preparation, and advocacy
• Providing excellent client care and building client relationships
• Get involved in business development and team growth
• Supervising and mentoring more junior team members
• Assisting with operational and strategic initiatives within the team
• Keeping abreast of legal developments in inquests, public law and regulatory matters

The Successful Applicant

The Inquests Solicitor should be / have;

• A solicitor ideally with 7 years plus PQE
• Experienced in inquests, public law litigation, regulatory work or related areas
• Skilled in advocacy and courtroom practice
• Strong in client engagement, drafting, negotiation and strategy
• Able to manage and prioritise a demanding caseload
• Comfortable supervising more junior staff
• Business minded with interest in business development
• Ties to Leeds

What\'s on Offer

You'll be offered a salary circa £65,000 - £72,000, plus excellent benefits including a generous holiday allowance, flexible / hybrid working options and clear promotion pathways.