OL/PL Lawyer (1+ PQE)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the North West seeks an OL/PL Lawyer with at least 1+ years of PQE to manage a caseload of fast-track cases. This role offers a competitive salary, a hybrid working model, and opportunities for growth in an industry-leading team. Successful applicants will have a proven billing record and a tenacious attitude towards their work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working structure

Generous monthly commission structure

Qualifications

• Experience managing litigated caseload of fast-track OL/PL cases.
• Proven billing record in litigation.
• Tenacious attitude and strong litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Handle own caseload of pre- and post-litigated fast-track OL/PL cases.
• Gain experience of multi-track cases over time.

Skills

Personal Injury

Civil Litigation

Education

Qualified solicitor/CILEx (1+ PQE)

Tools

Proclaim case management system

Job description

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OL/PL Lawyer (1+ PQE), Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Hays

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Your new company
Our client is a top PI law firm based in the North West. They are ranked in the Top 100 law firms and have been recognised by the Legal 500 for over a decade. They are currently recruiting a 1+ PQE OL/PL Lawyer to join their industry-leading team during a period of growth.

Your new role
This OL/PL Lawyer position will see you handle your own caseload of pre- and post-litigated fast-track OL/PL cases from inception to completion. Over time, you will gain experience of multi-track cases.

What you'll need to succeed
You should be a qualified solicitor/CILEx with 1+ years PQE. Non-qualified applicants with significant experience may also be considered. Previous experience managing your own litigated caseload of fast-track OL/PL cases from inception to completion is essential. Successful applicants will have a proven billing record handling a litigated caseload and a tenacious attitude towards the work they do. Knowledge of 'Proclaim' case management system is beneficial.

What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity for OL/PL lawyers with strong litigation experience, where you can expect an interesting and mixed caseload. A competitive salary and hybrid working structure is available and negotiable dependent upon experience. The firm offers a generous commission structure paid monthly.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on 0161 228 7770. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Personal Injury
• Civil Litigation

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