Solicitor/Advocate (Re train)

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning firm is seeking a motivated Solicitor or Barrister for an exciting re-train Advocacy role. This position offers full training for Solicitors without Higher Rights, making it ideal for those eager to specialise in Advocacy. You'll engage in a variety of legal work, including drafting pleadings and managing trials. The firm supports professional development and offers flexible working arrangements, ensuring a balanced work-life experience. Join a reputable team and advance your career in a supportive environment with excellent growth opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Enhanced sick and maternity pay

Flexible working hours

Performance-related bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Income protection

Life assurance

Interest-free travel loan scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Strong desire to specialise in Advocacy work.
• Experience in various backgrounds like Personal Injury or Insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advocacy, drafting, and advisory work.
• Handle pleadings, interlocutory hearings, and fast track trials.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Advocacy Skills

Drafting Skills

Advisory Skills

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Barrister Qualification

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Solicitor/Advocate (Re train)

Location: Liverpool – £30,000 - £50,000

A Litigation Solicitor is wanted for an excellent re-train Advocacy role with a Top 200 law firm in Liverpool. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

My client is an award-winning, multi-service firm with an excellent reputation in the market. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking to recruit a Solicitor or Barrister to join their award-winning in-house Advocacy team. We are happy to consider Solicitors without Higher Rights as full training will be provided, but you must have a strong desire to specialise in Advocacy work. Our client is willing to support Solicitors through the Higher Rights Course as you progress within the firm.

You will undertake advocacy, drafting, and advisory work, including but not limited to: pleadings, interlocutory hearings, small claims, fast track trials, sanctions (including private prosecution), and recoveries. The work will include Defendant RTA and Fraud, EL/PL, Professional Indemnity, and Costs work.

We are happy to consider Solicitors from various backgrounds, including Personal Injury, Insurance, Criminal, or Professional Indemnity, but extensive litigation experience is preferred.

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced company sick and maternity pay scheme
• Flexible working hours/remote working
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Private healthcare, including optional coverage for your family
• Income protection
• Life assurance
• Interest-free travel loan scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal, and consumer advice services
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounted dental scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

This is an excellent in-house Advocacy role for an ambitious Solicitor/Barrister looking to join a high-quality firm with excellent opportunities for progression and development. Remote and flexible working options are available.