Litigation Solicitor

The City Recruiter; Bury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for progression

Supportive work environment

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Job summary

A law firm in Bury is seeking a Litigation Solicitor with over 5 years of post-qualification experience. You will manage a diverse litigation caseload, provide strategic legal advice to clients, and participate in business development initiatives. This role offers opportunities for progression, a supportive environment, and flexible working arrangements. Ideal for a dedicated professional with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in litigation.
• Strong knowledge in civil, commercial, and general litigation matters.
• Proven capability to handle a complex caseload independently.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Experience supervising junior staff or training (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of litigation matters from inception to completion.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and witness statements.
• Provide strategic legal advice and maintain high client care standards.
• Commercial litigation: contractual disputes, partnership disagreements, shareholder issues, commercial debt recovery.
• General litigation: landlord and tenant disputes, boundary issues, enforcement actions.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, instructions to counsel, and settlement agreements.
• Conduct negotiations and attend mediations, settlement meetings, and court hearings.
• Provide strategic legal advice with high standards of client care.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure file management and compliance.
• Participate in business development to grow the department’s presence.

Skills

Litigation expertise

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

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Practice Area: Civil, Commercial & General Litigation

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Litigation Solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join our growing team at our Bury office. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented solicitor to take a leading role in a diverse caseload of civil, commercial, and general litigation matters.

You will be joining a dynamic and supportive environment where you will manage a broad range of disputes, represent a variety of clients, and play a key role in driving the litigation department forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and progress a varied caseload of litigation matters from inception to completion.
• Handle disputes across a range of areas including:
• Civil litigation: Property disputes, contentious probate, debt recovery, negligence claims.
• Commercial litigation: Contractual disputes, partnership disagreements, shareholder issues, commercial debt recovery.
• General litigation: Landlord and tenant disputes, boundary issues, enforcement actions, and other contentious matters.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, instructions to counsel, and settlement agreements.
• Conduct negotiations and attend mediations, settlement meetings, and court hearings as required.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients, maintaining the highest standards of client care.
• Work closely with colleagues and support staff to ensure effective file management and compliance.
• Participate in business development initiatives and help grow the department’s presence in the local market.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 5+ years’ post-qualification experience in litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge across civil, commercial, and general litigation matters. (Broad experience)
• Proven experience handling a broad and complex caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Client-focused with a commercial mindset and proactive attitude.
• Experience supervising junior staff or assisting with training (desirable, but not essential).

What We Offer

• Opportunities for progression within a growing and respected firm.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
• Pension scheme, holiday allowance, and other benefits.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industry: Legal Services

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