We are recruiting for two Junior lawyers or CILEX Authorised practitioners for the small claims team
Details
Start Date: 9 March 2026
Duration: 12 months
Capacity: Full Time
Location: Hybrid 3- 4 days per week office attendance in Basildon, Essex
IR35 Status: Inside IR35- you will be required to contract via an umbrella company, if successful
Job Description
The Small Claims Litigation team will be responsible for managing and resolving pre-claim and Small Claims Court matters across England and Wales, from initial case assessment through to final advocacy at hearing.
You will manage a rolling caseload of around 25 cases per year and play a critical role in protecting the client’s interests and ensuring compliance with relevant legal frameworks, particularly in consumer-related disputes.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of pre-claim and Small Claims Court matters, taking ownership from inception to final hearing and resolution.
* Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
* Draft, review, and submit persuasive legal letters, statements of case, witness statements, and applications to the court.
* Represent the client effectively at Small Claims Court hearings, providing clear and concise advocacy.
* Proactively engage with various internal business teams to gather necessary information, evidence, and technical details relevant to ongoing cases.
Qualifications Skills & Experience
* Fully qualified lawyer or a CILEX authorised practitioner
* Experience in managing and advocating for cases within the Small Claims Court jurisdiction in England & Wales.
* Must hold litigation practice rights as authorised by CILEX Regulation Limited or be a qualified lawyer
* Working knowledge and experience of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) relevant to small claims, consumer protection law (including sale of goods legislation and product liability laws), and fundamental principles of contract law
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to draft clear and concise documents, and present persuasive legal arguments.
* Capable of managing a diverse and demanding workload independently, prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines
We would like you to be able to perform at your best throughout this recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to support you.
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