Litigation Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Litigator to join an expanding litigation team in Greater London. This role involves managing a varied caseload across civil litigation for both claimants and defendants. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with at least 5 years PQE, strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules. The role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and a supportive team environment, ideal for those valuing work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Generous holiday entitlement

Realistic billing targets

Supportive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Must manage a varied caseload confidently and efficiently.
• Strong working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules required.
• Able to deliver clear advice to clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle residential possession proceedings and general contract disputes.
• Manage contentious probate matters and act for both claimants and defendants.
• Advise clients clearly and manage matters from instruction to resolution.

Skills

Civil Procedure Rules

Client communication

Case management

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Litigator to join an expanding litigation team. This role offers a competitive salary (DOE), generous holiday entitlement, realistic billing targets, a genuine work‑life balance, and exposure to a broad range of high-quality contentious work within a supportive and collaborative environment.

About the Firm

Our client is a well‑regarded practice with a growing litigation offering. The firm is known for its pragmatic approach, strong client relationships, and commitment to developing its people as the department continues to expand.

Junior Litigator — Position Overview

You will handle a varied and active caseload across civil litigation, acting for both Claimants and Defendants, with the opportunity to develop your expertise while contributing to the continued growth of the team.

Key Responsibilities of the Junior Litigator

• Residential possession proceedings
• General contract disputes and civil claims
• Contentious probate matters and Inheritance Act claims
• Managing cases in accordance with the CPR across the County Court and High Court
• Acting for both Claimants and Defendants
• Advising clients clearly and managing matters from instruction to resolution

(Desirable exposure)

• Commercial and residential property disputes including leases, forfeiture and dilapidations
• 1954 Act landlord and tenant claims
• Adverse possession and squatters’ actions

Requirements of the Junior Litigator

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in litigation
• Strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
• Ability to manage a varied caseload confidently and efficiently
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident client‑facing approach with clear advice delivery

The Benefits for the Junior Litigator role

• Competitive salary package (DOE)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Realistic billing targets
• Genuine emphasis on work‑life balance
• Exposure to a broad range of high-quality litigation work
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• And more

If you are a litigation solicitor looking to join a growing team and play a key role in its development, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37595.

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