Commercial Litigation Solicitor - 3+ yrs PQE - competitive salary based on experience

We are partnered with a North East Lincolnshire successful law firm with offices over Lincolnshire and currently looking for a senior commercial litigator to work in the North Lincolnshire office.

The role is working in a small team with a senior partner along with a junior litigator and paralegal. Their work includes PI, litigation claims - commercial, contracts, land law disputes, landlord & tenant, both commercial and residential, to name a few areas of work covered in the team.

The firm are a supportive and inclusive work environment where there are most definitely opportunities for career development and progression in this role.

The JD includes the followin responsibilities:

Case Management: Independently manage a diverse portfolio of litigation cases, including commercial, civil, and dispute resolution matters.

• Client Representation: Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Legal Advice: Provide clear, strategic legal advice to clients on a variety of contentious matters.
• Drafting and Review: Draft and review pleadings, correspondence, contracts, and legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Advocacy: Act as an advocate in court or before tribunals, handling hearings and trials as needed.
• Negotiation and Settlement: Lead negotiations on behalf of clients to reach favourable settlements where appropriate.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent communication and client satisfaction.
• Compliance: Ensure that all work complies with relevant legal standards and regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the litigation team, providing guidance to junior staff and collaborating with colleagues across departments.
• Business Development: Contribute to business development activities, including networking and promoting the firm’s litigation services.

Key Requirements

• Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years PQE in Litigation.
• Proven experience managing a broad range of complex litigation cases.
• Strong advocacy skills and a track record of representing clients in court.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a large caseload.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent client management and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and the use of case management software.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in specific areas such as commercial litigation, construction disputes, or intellectual property litigation.
• Knowledge of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration and mediation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks within the litigation context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Flexible working options.

Please do call Monica for a confidential conversation about the firm in more detail and indeed for any further information about the role. She is happy to speak to you at a convenient moment, days, evening and over the weekend.