Litigation Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday

Health cover after 3 months

Pension scheme

Death in service

Birthday leave

Team events

Career development

Job summary

A growing reputable West Midlands law firm in Lichfield is seeking a Litigation Solicitor to join its team. You will manage your own caseload and advise clients on a range of disputes, from boundary and property issues to contract and general civil litigation.

The role targets candidates with 1-3+ years PQE, strong client communication, and the ability to work independently while supporting the wider team and business development.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years PQE in civil and commercial litigation.
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisation and case management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload advising on disputes.
• Handle boundary, property, landlord/tenant and contract disputes.
• Cost management, billing, compliance and business development.
• Support junior fee earners and grow client relationships.

Skills

Client communication

Case management

Civil and commercial litigation

Independent working

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Litigation Solicitior

A growing reputable West Midlands law firm is looking for a Litigation Solicitor to join its team in Lichfield.

This is an opportunity for a Litigation Solicitor with 1-3+ years' PQE to take on varied civil and commercial litigation work within a busy and forward-thinking practice.

The Role

You’ll manage your own caseload, advising clients on a range of disputes including:

• Boundary and property disputes
• Residential and commercial landlord and tenant matters
• Contract disputes
• General civil litigation
• Commercial litigation
• More complex contentious matters

You’ll have significant client contact and responsibility, while also supporting junior fee earners and contributing to the wider performance of the team.

The role will also involve cost management, billing, compliance, business development and identifying opportunities to grow client relationships.

About You

We’re looking for a qualified Litigation Solicitor with:

• 1-3+ years' PQE
• Experience across civil and commercial litigation
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisation and case management abilities
• A commercial and proactive approach
• Confidence working independently and as part of a wider team
• An existing professional network would be advantageous

You’ll be someone who enjoys solving problems, building relationships and getting involved in a varied workload.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance
• Health Shield cover after three months
• Pension scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Additional birthday leave after 12 months
• Annual team events
• Clear opportunities for career development