Senior Litigation Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Litigation Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload in commercial, civil, and probate disputes. The role involves advising clients, conducting legal research, and representing them in court. The firm offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Hybrid/flexible working options

Qualifications

• 7 years PQE in litigation.
• Experience in contentious probate and general dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload including contract disputes and property litigation.
• Advising clients on inheritance disputes and will challenges.
• Representing clients in court proceedings and negotiations.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Client Focus

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

My client is a legal 500, award winning law firm currently looking for a Senior Litigation Solicitor to join their team, handling a broad range of general litigation matters.

About the Role:

As a General Litigation Solicitor, you will manage a diverse caseload, advising and representing clients in commercial, civil, and probate disputes. You will play a key role in resolving inheritance disputes, will challenges, and trust litigation while also handling broader contentious matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a varied caseload, including contract disputes, property litigation, debt recovery, and contentious probate matters.
• Advising clients on inheritance disputes, will challenges, executor/trustee disputes, and Court of Protection matters.
• Conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and preparing case strategies
• Representing clients in court proceedings, mediation, and settlement negotiations.
• Providing clear, commercially sound legal advice to clients
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure efficient case progression.

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor with 7 years PQE in litigation.
• Experience in contentious probate and general dispute resolution.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and trust/estate litigation.
• Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and drafting skills
• Ability to manage a busy caseload with attention to detail.
• A proactive and client-focused approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Hybrid/flexible working options