Lawyer - Litigation - South

HCB Solicitors Limited are currently looking for an ambitious full time solicitor / CILEX to work within our Litigation team joining the departments at either our Bedford, Northampton or Leicester office. The candidate will ideally have experience of contentious probate litigation.

Following the relevant legislation and policies will be a key part of the role so you will need a good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules, SRA policies and other relevant codes of practice.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Having conduct of a case load appropriate for a full time fee earner
Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
Advising clients on contentious matters
Draft pleadings, statements of case and pre-issue documentation and file with the court as appropriate
Perform administrative duties (comply and adhere to deadlines, organise case files, manage files etc)
Attend court/conferences with or without counsel as required
Organise exhibits, documents, evidence, and briefs
Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Liaise with internal/external third parties
Provide assistance with larger claims undertaken by other fee earners
Supervise junior colleagues

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will bring with them/be:

At least five years’ experience working within a similar role (this is desirable although not essential)
Great communication skills and an ability to work well with others
Ability to work under time constraints and prioritise work load
Able to handle sensitive matters discreetly
Good organisation skills with a methodical approach
Self-motivated and proactive
Deliver excellent service to clients and colleagues

Salary & Benefits