Civil and Commercial Litigation Lawyer
Warwick / Hybrid
About the firm
Our client is a long-established high street law firm based in Warwick, with a loyal local reputation. They are a Lexcel-accredited, mid-sized firm employing around 70 people; large enough to offer career progression and high-quality work and small enough to be personal, supportive and collaborative, giving you the opportunity to really shine and thrive in your career.
Employee wellbeing is a high priority, with homeworking available part of the week for a great work/life balance and five weeks' annual leave entitlement plus additional leave over the Christmas shutdown.
What you'll be doing
* Managing a caseload of civil and commercial litigation files including director/shareholder disputes
* Business partnership disputes
* Breach of contract
* Commercial and residential property claims
* ToLATA
* Boundary/neighbour disputes
* Private nuisance, harassment and defamation
* Will/inheritance disputes
* Professional negligence claims
* Debt recovery
* Possession and insolvency claims
* Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including particulars of claim, defences, disclosure and witness statements through to settlement agreements
* Conducting advocacy, instructing counsel when necessary
* Advising clients on dispute resolution strategies, including negotiation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution
Who we're looking for
* Fully qualified status – Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 2 years' PQE
* Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
* Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines
* Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach
What's on offer
This is a full-time permanent job, working 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (35 hours) with homeworking available 2 days per week.
Benefits include
* Competitive salary
* 25 days' annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
* Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period at Directors' discretion
* Company pension scheme
* Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week remote working)
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Work life balance encouraged
* Car parking pass
* Clear, structured career progression pathway
Note: A competitive salary is offered which will be commensurate with experience. The information above is correct to the best of our knowledge.
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