Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Location: Leicester 

Hours: Full Time

Salary: £40k+ DOE

Our client is a strong regional firm with a vision of being a great place to work, a genuine work-life balance, varied and interesting clients, opportunities for development and career progression, plus a host of other benefits.

Candidate profile

They are currently seeking an enthusiastic Contested Probate solicitor to join their Commercial Litigation Team in Leicester.

They have a highly regarded Legal 500 private client department. They often deal with HNW individuals who have national and international assets and interests. You will sit as part of their litigation team dealing solely with a contentious probate caseload. As well as local clients, the firm enjoys a market leading online presence and you will represent clients from all over England & Wales

They are considering individuals with a range of experience but are ideally looking for someone who is newly qualified and has already gained contested probate experience. You will need to be competent at working independently and handling your own caseload from initial instruction through to completion but will be supported by a strong and experienced team. This is a role where your voice will be heard, with genuine scope for a challenging but supported career.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will undertake a diverse caseload of Contentious Probate and Trusts matters to include; Contesting the Validity of Wills, Inheritance Act Disputes, Trustee Disputes and Estate Disputes. A strong team ethic, attention to detail, willingness to bring others on, a desire to make a difference and a passion for working with a smile are essential! The role will also involve/ require:

· Dealing with a range of commercial and civil disputes, insolvency matters, property litigation and commercial debt recovery.

· Acting on behalf of businesses and individuals on a wide and varied range of civil and general commercial disputes

· Receiving and responding to requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and other colleagues, providing high quality, practical advice, taking into account both technical and commercial considerations.

· Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

· Proven ability to manage a caseload of complex matters and meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

This is a role that will grow with you and you will also have the opportunity to learn and grow in relation to other matters that may cross over with a particular case. Many of our current partners trained with the firm and progressed to Head of Team or Board member positions, so the opportunities really are there for promotion. You’ll also be an integral part of the firm, potentially having a say in budgets, recruitment, input to marketing, business development and the overall strategy for developing your chosen market