Litigation Lawyer

LJ Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

LJ Recruitment in Basildon, England, is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join the growing team and handle a broad range of contentious matters.

You will manage your own caseload, provide practical and commercially focused advice to clients, and uphold the highest standards of client care and professional conduct. The role offers a supportive environment and clear opportunities for progression within the firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Strong communication and client-care abilities.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with case management systems and legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied litigation caseload from instruction through to resolution.
• Advising clients on a broad range of dispute resolution matters.
• Drafting legal documents, witness statements, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Conducting negotiations and exploring ADR where appropriate.
• Representing clients at hearings and liaising with counsel when required.
• Maintaining accurate file management and case records.
• Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development activities and networking opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, firm policies, and risk management procedures.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Case management systems

Legal tech tools

Job description

Litigation Solicitor

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor looking to develop their career within a well-established and supportive firm, handling a broad range of contentious matters.

The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, providing practical and commercially focused advice to clients while maintaining the highest standards of client care and professional conduct.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied litigation caseload from instruction through to resolution.
• Advising clients on a broad range of dispute resolution matters.
• Drafting legal documents, witness statements, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Conducting negotiations and exploring alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Representing clients at hearings and liaising with counsel when required.
• Maintaining accurate file management and case records.
• Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development activities and networking opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, firm policies, and risk management procedures.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Experience of property litigation, commercial disputes, debt recovery, contract disputes, or civil litigation would be advantageous.
• Proficient in the use of case management systems and legal technology.

The Opportunity

• Join a reputable and growing firm with a strong client base.
• Handle a high-quality and varied caseload.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package