Litigation Solicitor – AR

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Greater London is looking for an experienced Litigation Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE. The role involves providing strategic advice, managing a caseload, and supporting business development initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess strong litigation expertise and client management skills. This position offers a competitive salary up to £60,000, along with benefits such as company pension, private medical insurance, and a generous bonus scheme. Work-from-home options are available.

Benefits

Company Pension

Free on-site parking when available

Private Medical Insurance

Work From Home

Generous Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• 1+ years PQE in litigation, managing caseload under supervision.
• Expertise in civil, commercial, and property litigation.
• Strong ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Act for multiple clients in a variety of contentious matters.
• Handle case preparation and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate in a growing Litigation team on high-value cases.

Skills

Litigation Expertise

Client Management

Attention to Detail

Communication

Discretion

Problem-Solving

Commercial Awareness

Organisation

Job description

Litigation Solicitor – Crown Law Solicitors

Salary- £45,000 – £60,000 (Salary negotiable)
Location – 1 Cambridge Park, London E11 2PU, Wanstead

Our vision

We are looking for someone who has a variety of experience within Litigation. Crown Law Solicitors are based in Morden and Wanstead. We have a strong loyal client base. Our fee earners are all specialists in their respective fields and act for a wide range of commercial and private sector clients. Our aim is to recruit a dynamic, forward-thinking individual who wishes to be part of our growth and who shares the firm’s core values

The candidate

• You will have an excellent knowledge of all aspects of litigation, including civil, commercial, probate and property disputes.
• Experience in handling a variety of contentious matters, including contractual disputes, landlord/tenant disputes and debt recovery.
• 1+ years PQE in litigation, with proven experience managing a caseload under supervision.
• Able to work autonomously on complex legal matters, including drafting legal documents, preparing for trials, and conducting negotiations.
• Enthusiasm for engaging in networking and business development to grow the litigation practice
• Clear demonstrable ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships
• Self-motivated team player
• Ambition to progress
• Excellent administration and organisational skills
• Professional but friendly and approachable

Key responsibilities

• Acting for multiple clients within our Litigation department on a variety of contentious matters.
• Handling case preparation, drafting legal documents, and providing strategic advice on litigation matters.
• Reporting directly to the Managing Partner.
• Working within the growing Litigation team, collaborating on high-value and complex cases.
• Supervising the department, with support from the Managing Partner helping to develop and expand our client base through successful case outcomes and business development initiatives.

Job details

• Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 17:30
• Based in Wanstead, E11
• Company Pension
• Free on-site parking when available
• Private Medical Insurance
• Work From Home
• Salary negotiable
• Generous Bonus Scheme

Key skills and experience required

• Litigation Expertise – Strong knowledge of civil, commercial, and property litigation, including probate disputes, landlord/tenant disputes, residential and commercial disputes dispute resolution, case management, and legal drafting.
• Client Management – Building and maintaining strong, personalized relationships with clients while managing their expectations.
• Attention to Detail – Precision in drafting pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documents.
• Communication – Clearly explaining legal strategies and case developments to clients and colleagues.
• Discretion – Handling sensitive case information and maintaining client confidentiality at all times.
• Problem-Solving – Providing strategic and practical solutions to complex litigation matters.
• Commercial Awareness – Understanding the broader financial and business impacts of litigation outcomes.
• Organisation – Effectively managing a busy caseload, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate records.