Litigation Solicitor

MSRS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Job summary

A national law firm seeks an experienced Solicitor for their Litigation team, specializing in civil and commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will manage complex caseloads and represent clients in various legal settings. The position offers a salary range of £40,000 to £48,000 per year, alongside benefits including a pension and private medical insurance. Candidates should have a minimum of 2-4 years PQE and be skilled in advocacy and client relationship management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in litigation.
• Valid practising certificate from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
• Thorough understanding of Civil Procedure Rules.

Responsibilities

• Handle disputes including breach of contract and defamation.
• Represent clients at hearings and mediation.
• Prepare pleadings and witness statements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in litigation

Tools

Computerised case management systems

Job description

Job description

MSR Solicitors is a young nationwide law firm with impressive growth and high ambition. Our core values emulate our passion for our work, thirst for knowledge and duty to our clients. We specialise in Immigration, Criminal, Litigation, Conveyancing, Family and Employment Law. We are a culturally diverse firm respecting all our employees. We believe our employees are our greatest assets.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Solicitor to join our established Litigation team. This role is ideal for a qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a strong background in civil and commercial litigation, who is adept at managing a complex and varied caseload from inception through to trial or settlement.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Handle a broad spectrum of disputes, including breach of contract, landlord tenant, professional negligence, partnership and shareholder conflicts, and defamation.


• Assess case merits, identify litigation risks, and develop robust, client‑focused strategies.


• Preparing clear and persuasive pleadings, applications, witness statements, and skeleton arguments.


• Provide clear, concise, and commercially astute advice to clients, ensuring they are consistently well‑informed and managed throughout the litigation process.


• Represent clients at interim hearings, case management conferences, and in alternative dispute resolution settings such as mediation.


• Work efficiently under pressure to meet strict deadlines.


• Commit to business development and contribute to the profile of the Litigation team.


• Bring an established clientele or otherwise new clients.


• Build and maintain relationships with clients.


• Provide excellent client care and maintain client satisfaction.


• Stay up‑to‑date with litigation laws and regulations.


• Provide expert legal advice to clients and colleagues.


• Ensure competent file management, including using computerised case management systems.


• Achieve billing targets and ensure effective billing processes.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in litigation with a minimum 2‑4 years PQE.


• A valid practising certificate from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).


• A thorough, practical understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and experience navigating the County Court and High Court systems.


• Proven track record in successfully handling litigation cases.


• Proactive team player who can work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team.


• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.


• Strong advocacy, communication and negotiation skills.


• Strong client acquisition and relationship management skills.


• Goal‑oriented and the ability to meet billing targets.


• Ability to work efficiently under pressure to meet strict deadlines.


• Proficiency in legal research and document preparation.

The above serves as a guide and is not an exhaustive list. There are other areas of responsibilities that you are expected to cover but may not be listed here.

What can we offer?

• The opportunity to develop and take on new challenges and responsibilities as we grow as a company (Faster Career Progression).


• An international, inspiring, and motivational environment with a great team spirit.

Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Salary: From £40,000 - £48,000 per year

Benefits

• Company pension


• Private medical insurance

Application questions

• What is your right to work? If you are on a visa, please explain what visa and when it expires.


• What is your notice period?

Experience

• PQE: 2 years (preferred)

Location

• London EC4V 6AU (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Ability to commute/relocate

• London EC4V 6AU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)