Litigation Consultant Solicitor Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire (Hybrid working 2 days per month in the office)
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
Our client is a forward-thinking, growing law firm operating a modern consultancy model that allows experienced solicitors to build a flexible, independent practice with professional support.
They are expanding their Litigation Consultant Solicitor team and are seeking commercially aware, motivated litigators who want greater autonomy, stronger earning potential, and a better work-life balance.
The Opportunity
This consultancy role spans almost all areas of litigation and dispute resolution, offering exposure to a broad and varied caseload depending on experience and expertise.
You will manage your own matters independently while benefiting from the firms professional infrastructure, systems, compliance support, and collaborative environment.
The firm provides lead generation and business development support to help consultants build a pipeline of work. However, this is a consultancy model, and consultants are also expected to actively self-generate work and develop their own client base alongside firm support.
This role is suitable for:
Consultant solicitors seeking additional work and higher billing potential
Employed solicitors looking to transition into consultancy
Litigation solicitors seeking flexibility and autonomy
Solicitors with an existing client following
Solicitors looking for support in building a caseload
Key Responsibilities
You will handle a broad range of litigation and dispute resolution matters, including:
Civil and commercial litigation
Contract and business disputes
Debt recovery and enforcement
Property and landlord & tenant disputes
Boundary, neighbour and land disputes
Professional negligence and consumer disputes
Insolvency-related and shareholder disputes
Injunctions, urgent applications and High Court matters
Mediation and alternative dispute resolution
Pre-action work, negotiation and settlement
Responsibilities include managing matters from instruction to conclusion, advising clients on merits, risk and strategy, drafting all litigation documentation, and conducting negotiations and court proceedings where required.
Candidate Requirements
Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
Ideally 34+ years PQE in litigation and dispute resolution
Strong knowledge of civil procedure and litigation strategy
Ability to manage a caseload independently
Strong drafting, negotiation and client care skills
Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
Comfortable working autonomously in a hybrid environment
Commitment to professional standards, compliance and regulatory obligations
Desirable
Existing client following
Business development experience or willingness to develop this
Whats on Offer
Hybrid working (2 days per month in the office)
Control over your working hours and caseload
High earning potential through the fee-share consultancy model
Lead generation support plus opportunity to self-generate work
Support to build and grow your own client base
Case management systems and IT infrastructure provided
Collaborative, supportive consultancy environment
Option to build a local professional presence with firm support
Why Join Our Client
Our client understands that many experienced solicitors are interested in consultancy but may have concerns around workload, client sourcing, systems, compliance, or transitioning from employed practice.
Their model is designed to reduce those concerns by providing a professional, supportive, and technology-enabled platform. Whether you are already working as a consultant solicitor and seeking greater opportunities, or are considering a move into consultancy for the first time, Abbey Law can support you in taking the next step in your professional journey.
This structure is designed to give consultants flexibility across a wide range of litigation work, while maintaining both firm support and the freedom to develop their own client base and commercial direction.
Application
Submit your CV or send a direct message for a confidential discussion.
Equal Opportunities
Our client is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. xsngvjr Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates.