Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Overview
A well-established regional law firm is seeking a proactive and experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters while contributing to the growth and development of a forward-thinking department.
The Role
The successful candidate will be confident, structured, and experienced in civil litigation, handling a mixed caseload including:
* Commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes
* Consumer law matters
* Boundary disputes
* Contentious probate matters
You will also support the departments marketing initiatives to promote the firms reputation and grow the client base.
Key Responsibilities
* Generate new work and maintain high-quality service for existing clients
* Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, encouraging cross-referrals across offices and practice areas
* Achieve fee income targets and departmental objectives
* Keep up to date with legislation and best practice in civil and commercial litigation
* Manage billing, cash flow, and daily time records accurately
* Perform fee-earning work in line with the firms quality and risk procedures
Person Specification
Essential
* Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
* Experience managing a busy caseload and working autonomously
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to develop strong client relationships
* Willingness and ability to undertake advocacy
* Strong organisational skills and problem-solving abilities
* Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Professional, positive, flexible, and a team player
Desirable
* Experience with SOS Connect or other case management systems
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Staff discount on legal and wealth management services
* Income protection
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Salary exchange pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme