Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Our client, a highly respected and superbly located practice wishes to recruit a 3-4yr pqe Solicitor to join the Dispute Resolution Department.

The successful candidate must have broad range of litigation experience, with an emphasis on commercial litigation.  Experience of contentious trust experience would also be advantageous.

You will have a broad experience of contentious disputes across all areas of business, working for both private and commercial clients. In particular, you will have experience of both contractual and tortious claims.

You will also have dealt with a range of matters including challenges to Wills and disputes relating to inheritance (including claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975).

Key Skills:-

Flexibility - you are able to respond to new challenges and get up to speed very quickly with new factual scenarios. The great thing about this role is its breadth, you are never bored.

Strong Research Ability - able to identify and advise on the legal position in the first instance, able to analyse complex legal and factual scenarios.

Experience of preparing first drafts of substantive documents, such as Letters Before Action, Witness Statements, Precedent Hs etc.

Experience of court procedure, particularly in the Chancery division.

Experience of drafting letters and emails to both the client and the other side.

The role will include taking an active part in marketing and business development.

Contact us to discuss this role in more detail.