About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our team based in our Leicester office. You will be working with a broad range of clients on commercial litigation matters including breach of contract claims, director’s duties, professional negligence, and injunctions. This is a friendly team, ranked as tier 1 in the Legal 500, led by highly experienced practitioners with the ability to provide you with the necessary support and guidance to develop your career.
Responsibilities
* Advise and assist clients in relation to their matters, ensuring a high level of client service is maintained at all times and that the client’s aims are met (subject to professional and regulatory requirements)
* Manage all aspects of the client relationship, from engagement to billing and chasing payment
* Prepare and review legal documents ahead of a court hearing
* Ensuring compliance with all file management processes, including those related to file audits
* Working as a team with colleagues in promoting the interests of Howes Percival and in undertaking their role
* Complying with all legislative and regulatory requirements
* Developing litigation strategies if required
* Updating and consulting with Senior Associates, Directors and Partners
* Managing client cases from start to finish
Qualifications
* Ability to deal with straightforward transactions, including unfamiliar tasks which present a range of problems.
* Uses own judgement but may need supervision at differing levels of transaction.
* Identifies the legal principles relevant to the area of practice and applies them appropriately.
* Uses experience to check the information provided.
* Goes the extra mile and produces good quality work.
* Approachable and able to develop and build relationships with clients and colleagues.
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