Litigation Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the South-West is seeking a locum Senior Litigation Lawyer for an initial 3-month contract. The role can be fulfilled on a fully remote basis, offering a competitive rate of £55p/hour. Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload of litigation matters and providing guidance to junior staff. The ideal candidate will bring recent experience in both property and civil litigation cases, alongside the ability to advise on criminal matters.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in litigation required.
• Must be capable of managing a diverse range of cases.
• Experience in both property and criminal/civil matters is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload including property litigation and general civil litigation.
• Advise on criminal and civil litigation matters.
• Guide and supervise junior members of the Litigation team.

Skills

Handling varied caseloads

Advising on criminal and civil litigation matters

Providing guidance to junior team members

Job description

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We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in the South-West, who are recruiting for a locum Senior Litigation Lawyer to join the team for 3-months initially.

The role can be on a fully remote basis, with a rate in the region of £55p/hour UMB, negotiable subject to PQE.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Handling a varied caseload including property litigation, highways and general civil litigation, including debt recovery and judicial review proceedings
• Advising on a range of criminal and civil litigation matters, involving planning enforcement and education matters
• Providing guidance and supervision to junior members of the Litigation team

Rewards and Benefits:

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.