Litigation Lawyer

Our client is now recruiting for an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join its expanding team in Southampton, Hampshire.

My client is a Lexcel accredited & reputable multi-service Law Firm covering the South Coast.

The suitable candidate for this role will have strong roots in dispute resolution work, knowledge of contentious probate and commercial litigation would be an advantageous. You will strive to provide your clients with the best possible outcome, whilst managing your work in a timely manner.

The Role & Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for effectively and efficiently managing your own diverse caseload.
• You will be liaising with clients and third parties.
• Create lasting relationships with clients

You will provide sound, professional advice to clients in respect to all aspects of general civil litigation/dispute resolution cases to include but not limited to:

• Landlord and tenant work; both residential and commercial
• Contentious probate

Person Specification:

• They will have sound knowledge and expertise in the field
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to communicate in a friendly, professional and confidential manner, with internal and external contacts
• Commitment to providing excellent client care
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task
• Ability to work well under pressure and can adapt to changing requirements, remaining calm under pressure.
• Team-focus with a flexible "can do" and collaborative approach to working with others, but also able to work alone.
• Confidence to communicate with all levels in order to manage expectations and maintain effective working relationships

Benefits include, but not limited to;

• Contributory Pension
• Competitive salary
• Client referral gifts
• Additional holiday over Christmas
• Free or reduced Legal costs for staff and their close family members
• Extended sickness policy
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year after 5 years service
• Free sight tests
• Health Cash Plan
• Discounted gym membership
• Life Assurance

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.