We are looking for a qualified dispute resolution lawyer with litigation experience and the confidence to manage a busy caseload. The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially aware and committed to delivering excellent client service, with the judgement to take responsibility while recognising when to ask for support.
You will handle a varied caseload of privately funded commercial and civil disputes for organisations and individuals. Alongside managing your own matters and working collaboratively with colleagues, you will help strengthen client relationships and contribute to the team’s continued growth through business development.
The Firm
Our client is an established, growing law firm with a broad range of legal expertise. Its lawyers specialise in their respective fields and collaborate across departments to provide joined-up support to clients.
The firm takes a modern, client-focused approach, using technology to keep clients informed and manage costs. It aims to make its lawyers accessible and to give clients direct contact with the person handling their matter. For a lawyer joining the dispute resolution team, this offers the opportunity to work on a diverse caseload in a supportive environment, contribute to the firm’s growth and develop a litigation career within an ambitious team.
Responsibilities
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Conduct and assist with privately funded litigation for commercial and individual clients.
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Manage a varied caseload of commercial and civil disputes, including company and partnership matters, shareholder and director disputes, professional negligence claims, landlord and tenant disputes, franchise disputes and contractual claims.
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Take responsibility for progressing matters, while working collaboratively with the team and under supervision where appropriate.
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Provide a high standard of service to existing clients, maintaining effective and professional communication.
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Build strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
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Contribute to business development by promoting your practice and the firm, helping generate new work and supporting the department’s continued growth.
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Use case management systems and other technology effectively to support the efficient handling of matters.
Experience and Skills Sought
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Qualified lawyer with litigation experience in dispute resolution.
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Required PQE: 0-6
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Able to manage a busy caseload and work effectively within a team.
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Proactive, organised, commercially aware and committed to excellent client service.
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Strong written and verbal communication, IT and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to contribute to business development.
Hours and Benefits
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Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00
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Enhanced contributory pension scheme
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Health and well-being discounts
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Ongoing investment and training for personal development and career progression
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Annual bonus schemes for all staff members
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Staff discounts on legal services
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Enhanced maternity pay
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Death in Service scheme
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Lifestyle hour ‘free passes’
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Special discounts and ticket access for numerous theatre productions
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Discounted gym membership
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Free annual flu jab
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Cycle to work scheme
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Corporate social responsibility days (CSR)
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Additional leave to reward long service
Find Out More or Apply
To find out more about this role, or to have an informal, confidential and non-committal chat, please reach out to Katie at Aspiria Legal.