LITIGATION SOLICITOR – POTTERS BAR REF NO: L4L1152

Legals 4 Lawyers; Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Access to quality litigation work

Emphasis on work-life balance

Job summary

A legal firm specializing in litigation seeks a talented Junior Litigator in Potters Bar. Required experience includes at least 5 years PQE with strong working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and experience in contentious probate matters. The role involves managing a varied caseload and contributing to business development while offering a competitive salary and a strong work-life balance. Ideal candidates will be commercially aware with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years PQE in litigation, preferably with experience in contentious probate.
• Strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules in County and High Courts.
• Experience in handling residential possession proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and active caseload of litigation cases.
• Handle claims for both claimants and defendants.
• Contribute to business development and team growth.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Organizational ability

Time-management skills

Clear communication with clients

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Job description

Practice Area

5-7yrs pqe, 5+ yrs pqe, Contentious Probate, Contract Disputes, CPR High Court and County Court, Dispute Resolution, Inheritance Tax Claims, Possession Proceedings

Location

LITIGATOR – POTTERS BAR REF NO: L4L1152

Our well-established clients based in Potters Bar are currently seeking a talented Junior Litigator (of 5 years PQE+) to join their expanding Litigation Team.

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Residential possession proceedings
• General contract disputes and claims
• Strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules across both the County Court and the High Court
• Experience acting for both Claimants and Defendants
• Contentious probate matters and Inheritance Act claims

Desired Knowledge and Experience

• Commercial and residential property matters, including leases, forfeiture, and dilapidations
• 1954 Act claims for both landlord and tenant
• Adverse possession cases and actions involving squatters

Essential Skills

• Commercially aware with excellent organisational ability
• Confident in handling a varied and active caseload
• Strong time-management skills and ability to work to deadlines
• Able to manage and communicate clearly with clients
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills

• Keen to contribute to business development and team growth

What’s on Offer

• £Competitive salary package
• Access to a broad range of high-quality litigation work
• Realistic billing targets and a genuine emphasis on work-life balance

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a developing litigation practice and play a key part in expanding the team’s expertise.