Newly Qualified Solicitor – Litigation

Ackroyd Legal Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Ongoing training

Career progression

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Ackroyd Legal invites a Newly Qualified Litigation Solicitor to join its growing litigation team in London. You will handle civil and commercial disputes, draft pleadings and statements, and work with experienced litigators in a supportive environment.

In this role, you will develop core skills, receive mentoring and ongoing training, and benefit from clear career progression within a modern, collaborative practice. SRA eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Newly Qualified Solicitor with SRA eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications and legal correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and analyse legal issues.
• Attend court hearings, mediations and settlement meetings.
• Advise clients throughout the litigation process.
• Support senior solicitors with case strategy.
• Maintain compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Provide excellent client care.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

SQE or LPC route

Job description

Kick-start your legal career with Ackroyd Legal as a Newly Qualified Litigation Solicitor. Join a growing litigation team where you’ll gain hands-on experience across civil and commercial disputes while working alongside experienced litigators in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications and legal correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and analyse legal issues.
• Attend court hearings, mediations and settlement meetings.
• Advise clients throughout the litigation process.
• Support senior solicitors with case strategy.
• Maintain compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Provide excellent client care.

Requirements

• Newly Qualified Solicitor (SQE or LPC route).
• Eligible for or admitted by the SRA.
• Strong interest in civil and commercial litigation.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Why Join Ackroyd Legal?

You’ll receive mentoring, ongoing training, varied litigation experience, genuine career progression opportunities, competitive remuneration and the chance to work within a collaborative and modern legal practice.

Apply

If you’re looking to build your litigation career with a forward-thinking law firm, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join Ackroyd Legal.