Samuels Solicitors LLP are seeking a professional and client-focussed litigation lawyer to work full time within our existing litigation team. The post can be based in either our Barnstaple or Kingsbridge offices in Devon.
Devon is a stunning area of the country and we strive to achieve a positive work-life balance to enable our staff to enjoy the beautiful and diverse countryside and activities this location has to offer.
What you can offer:
We are looking for someone with a solid knowledge of litigation, with a particular specialism and/or interest in building disputes, housing disrepair, landlord and tenant, neighbour and boundary disputes. You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with good advising skills and the confidence to deal with urgent matters under pressure.
You will be able to build relationships with clients, agents and others and ensure that client needs are met. You will have good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and work quickly and accurately to meet deadlines.
We will expect you to be comfortable working within a team and independently building your own caseload. You will be an excellent communicator and have at least 3+ years PQE or equivalent experience.
What we can offer you:
Excellent rates of pay.
Flexible working arrangements, which may include hybrid working.
Supportive working environment with an open door policy.
Christmas closing, in addition to annual leave entitlement.
Salary dependent on experience
If you have a great attitude, are looking for a step up or a new challenge, and enjoy providing an excellent service to clients, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV with a covering letter setting out what you would bring to the role to exc@samuels-solicitors.co.uk with the subject line: “Litigation Application”. Please include all your details and salary expectations.
Applicants who are successful on application will be notified by email to schedule an interview.
Closing Date: 21 February 2025