Insolvency Litigation/Director Services Lawyer 3pqe+

Lipson Lloyd-Jones; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is looking for a senior lawyer to work on complex insolvency and commercial litigation cases. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience, particularly in defending directors and handling disqualification claims. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement along with a comprehensive benefits package, promoting initiative and commercial acumen.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in commercial and insolvency litigation.
• Hands-on experience with Director Disqualification proceedings.
• Confident communicator with client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend directors in insolvency claims and disqualification proceedings.
• Draft witness statements and interim applications.
• Handle shareholder disputes and personal insolvency matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of insolvency procedures

Litigation expertise

Client interaction

Tools

AI tools

Digital marketing tools

Job description

THE FIRM

A thriving City law firm.

THE ROLE

A unique opportunity to work on high-value, complex cases involving HNWIs, SMEs, and private individuals.

You'll be at the forefront of defending directors in insolvency claims, disqualification proceedings, and other strategic legal challenges.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing environment, enjoys solving real-world problems, and wants to grow within a firm that values initiative, commercial acumen, and technical excellence.

The firm offers hybrid working arrangements and an excellent benefits package.

ABOUT YOU

A lawyer 3pqe + to senior level you will be experienced in commercial and insolvency litigation, especially defending directors and individuals.

You will be skilled in handling director disqualification claims, personal insolvency matters, and shareholder disputes.

A commercially minded confident communicator, you will enjoy direct client interaction, be tech savvy and open to using modern tools like AI, SEO, and digital marketing to enhance legal services.

YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• Hands‑on experience with Director Disqualification proceedings, including section 17 CDDA applications.
• Strong knowledge of personal and corporate insolvency procedures.
• Litigation expertise: drafting witness statements, interim applications, disclosure, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Experience with freezing orders, misfeasance claims, TUVs, s 423 actions, and fiduciary duty defenses.
• Familiarity with shareholder disputes, unfair prejudice petitions, winding‑up applications, and an understanding of alternative fee arrangements (CFAs, DBAs, ATE insurance, etc.).

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.