Remote Working - Civil Litigation Solicitor

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Leeds; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Leeds is seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor to join their team. This role focuses on contentious landlord and tenant matters, offering zero chargeable hours and remote working options. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload, provide expert client advice, and stay updated on relevant legal changes.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in civil litigation.
• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant law.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of contentious landlord and tenant matters.
• Prepare and issue court proceedings for possession.
• Liaise directly with clients and ensure excellent service.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Legal Research

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job Description

We are working with a growing law firm seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor, with a skillset in contentious landlord and tenant matters, to join their team. As a Civil Litigation Solicitor in this busy team, you'll benefit from zero chargeable hours and the ability to work remotely. Your focus will be on handling claims related to contentious landlord and tenant issues.

As the Civil Litigation Solicitor, you’ll play a key role in managing a range of contentious landlord and tenant cases. You will work closely with clients, providing expert advice and support in all aspects of this work, including possession proceedings and eviction notices, while being fully integrated with the wider team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage a caseload of contentious landlord and tenant matters, including possession proceedings and eviction notices.
2. Prepare and issue court proceedings for possession, attend hearings, and represent clients in possession-related matters.
3. Liaise directly with clients, ensuring excellent service delivery and strong client relationships.
4. Keep up-to-date with changes in landlord and tenant law, and provide training and updates to the team where necessary.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor, with the ability to make strategic...