About your new role
Our Litigation team is experienced in handling all kinds of commercial disputes. We act on behalf of large corporates, owner managed businesses, public bodies, insurers, professional practices, regulatory bodies and private individuals. Members of all levels of qualification across the team regularly deal with complex, high profile and sensitive issues across a broad range of litigation with far reaching implications. The team and many within it are recognised in both Chambers and Legal 500.
The Litigation team undertakes a broad range of substantial, challenging work, largely of a contentious nature. You will be required to support Partners and other case handlers with their caseloads of commercial disputes work. This is a chance to join a well-established and experienced team handling a wide variety of work working with all levels of fee earner and independently where appropriate.
As a Litigation Solicitor you will manage your own caseload, including proactive management of cases with limited supervision
Main duties and responsibilities
* Assisting the partners and other case handlers with their caseloads
* Draft and perform legal research, investigations, etc
* Attend conferences, court and client meetings
* Communicate with clients, counsel and other parties
* Involvement in business development and profile raising initiatives as well as alignment to relevant segment/sector groups
* Complete client and internal MI procedures
* Achieve set financial and chargeable targets
* Ensure relevant deadlines, quality measures and KPIS are adhered to
* Comply with relevant policies and procedures
* Work in accordance with Weightmans’ values
About You
* 1-3 years PQE or equivalent
* Extensive litigation experience with proven technical ability and record of achievement
* Ability to work to deadlines / targets, to prioritise and manage a caseload and deliver effective solutions
* Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative with a positive attitude
* A commercial, solution-driven and client-focused approach
* Strong legal and analytical skills with an eye for detail
* Excellent organisation and time-management skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Flexible approach and agile working
* Excellent IT skill
If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates are encouraged to reach out directly. For inquiries or more details, feel free to contact us. Our recruitment team members are here to assist.
Why work for us
Come and join our award‑winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter.
Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities.
Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.
Join Weightmans as we continue our journey to becoming one of the UK’s top 30 law firms.
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