Litigation Solicitor | NQ - 3 PQE

Austen Lloyd Limited; York and North Yorkshire; Híbrido; GBP 35.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working

Negotiable salary

Career development

Varied caseload

Supportive environment

Descripción de la vacante

Austen Lloyd is seeking a Litigation Solicitor in North Yorkshire for a role handling a varied caseload of contentious matters. The successful candidate will advise individuals and businesses, helping clients achieve practical, commercially focused outcomes with a hands-on, client-focused approach.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with up to 3 years' PQE and demonstrable litigation experience.

Formación

• Be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with up to 3 years' PQE.
• Have demonstrable litigation experience, gained during a training contract or post-qualification.
• Have a sound understanding of civil litigation procedures and dispute resolution.

Responsabilidades

• Managing a caseload of litigation and dispute resolution matters appropriate to your level of experience.
• Advising clients on their options, risks and the most effective strategies for resolving disputes.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation.
• Conducting legal research and preparing cases for negotiation, mediation and court proceedings.
• Exploring alternative dispute resolution wherever appropriate.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other relevant parties.
• Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently, deadlines are met and clients receive clear, proactive advice.

Conocimientos

Civil litigation

Drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client service

Educación

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Herramientas

Case management software

Descripción del empleo

Litigation Solicitor | North Yorkshire | NQ to 3 PQE

Hybrid Working Considered | Career Progression Opportunities

Are you a Newly Qualified Solicitor with hands-on litigation experience, or a Litigation Solicitor with up to 3 years' PQE looking for your next career move?

An established law firm is looking for a motivated and client-focused Litigation Solicitor to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with a genuine interest in dispute resolution who is keen to develop their expertise, take ownership of matters and build strong client relationships.

Applications are welcomed from NQ solicitors who have gained relevant litigation experience, as well as solicitors with up to 3 years' post-qualification experience.

The Role

You will work on a varied caseload of contentious matters, advising individuals and businesses on a range of disputes and helping clients achieve practical, commercially focused outcomes.

• Managing a caseload of litigation and dispute resolution matters appropriate to your level of experience.
• Advising clients on their options, risks and the most effective strategies for resolving disputes.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation.
• Conducting legal research and preparing cases for negotiation, mediation and court proceedings.
• Exploring alternative dispute resolution wherever appropriate.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other relevant parties.
• Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently, deadlines are met and clients receive clear, proactive advice.

The caseload may include contractual and commercial disputes, property and boundary disputes, landlord and tenant matters, debt recovery, professional negligence and other civil litigation.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with up to 3 years' PQE.
• Have demonstrable litigation experience, gained during a training contract or post-qualification.
• Have a sound understanding of civil litigation procedures and dispute resolution.
• Possess strong drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• Be able to manage competing priorities and approach matters in a structured, commercially aware way.
• Be confident dealing with clients and committed to delivering excellent client service.
• Be proactive, personable and keen to contribute to a collaborative team.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working: Flexible working arrangements will be considered.
• Negotiable salary: Remuneration will depend on experience, skills and suitability.
• Career development: An opportunity to continue developing your litigation expertise and take on increasing responsibility.
• Varied caseload: Exposure to a broad range of contentious matters involving individuals and businesses.
• Supportive environment: The opportunity to work collaboratively within an established legal practice.