Job Description
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Litigator to join my clients team in their Leeds, West Yorkshire offices.
Key Responsibilities:
• Meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost• Take a client's instructions• Advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case• Draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs• Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives• Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure• Supervise the implementation of agreements• Coordinate the work of all parties involved• Correspond with clients and opposing solicitors• Attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties if appropriate• Correspond with and attend Court if appropriate • Supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, and paralegals as appropriate• Arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation• Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports.• To time record effectively.
Duties
• No requirement for solicitor qualification, however one must be able to show considerable experience working in a law firm. • Enthusiastic and entrepreneurial.• Cooperative and collaborative in approach and is able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and roles• Excellent IT and verbal and written communication skills. • The ability to follow instructions• Patience and tact and to be able to work with all kinds of clients• A high level of accuracy and attention to details• Initiative and the ability to work in a team• Good organisational and time management skills• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines• Respect for confidential information.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.