Litigator (Locum / Temp-to-Perm)

Lombard Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal firm in Greater London is seeking a skilled Property Litigator to join its in-house legal team on a locum basis. This is an excellent chance for a confident individual to manage a broad range of property-related disputes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 10 years' PQE and strong advocacy skills. There’s also the potential to transition into a permanent role, making this an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals looking to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales.
• Minimum 10 years' PQE with a strong background in property litigation.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of property litigation matters.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide seamless client service.
• Stay abreast of developments in property and litigation law.

Skills

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Self-motivated

Ability to manage cases independently

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales

Minimum 10 years’ PQE

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled and experiencedProperty Litigatorto join our in-house legal team, on alocum basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and proactive litigator to handle a broad range of property-related disputes within a supportive and dynamic environment. Rights of Audience would be very helpful.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of property litigation matters
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, and settlement agreements
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to provide seamless client service
• Stay abreast of developments in property and litigation law

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales
• Minimum 10 years’ PQE with a strong background in property litigation
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage cases independently
• Available to start on a locum / temp basis, with interest in a longer-term opportunity

Desirable

• Experience in both residential and commercial property disputes
• Familiarity with alternative dispute resolution methods written communication skills
• Good connectivity with management team