Litigation Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join their dynamic Local Authority in-house Legal Team. The ideal candidate will manage a varied caseload under the supervision of a Senior Lawyer, handling both civil and criminal litigation matters. Responsibilities will include advising, negotiating, and attending relevant meetings, with a requirement to have experience in at least 3 specified areas of law. The role offers a permanent contract with a salary range of £50,646 - £55,710 and a hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of criminal and civil litigation matters.
• Advise Members and Officers on relevant legal issues.
• Attend meetings and conduct negotiations as part of the role.

Job description

Job Description

Litigation Lawyer

Permanent Contract

£50,646 - £55,710

London Borough Council

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Our client is seeking a Litigation Lawyers to join their for dynamic and busy Local Authority in-house Legal Team.

The role

We are looking an experienced Litigation Lawyers to undertake a varied caseload of legal work. The role will report to and be directed and supervised by a Senior Lawyer. Depending on the requirement of the relevant Senior Lawyer, you will undertake litigation and prosecution work as necessary.

The post holder will be expected to handle under supervision and direction of the Senior Lawyer, a varied caseload of criminal and civil litigation matters, and judicial review cases. You will be required to advise, conduct negotiations, undertake drafting and attend meetings relevant to the role.

You may also be required to advise Members and Officers, and will undertake all contentious proceedings where appropriate, specifically civil and criminal matters. You may occasionally attend Licensing Committees, and advise Members and Officers in relation to these.

Candidates must have experience in at least 3 of the following 7 areas: