Litigation Solicitor

We are recruiting for an established solicitors with offices throughout Hampshire.An exciting and progressive firm which continues to grow. They are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated experienced lawyer to join their busy dispute resolution team, and possibly take over the role of Department Head.The position is available to both solicitors and CILEX legal executives.The right candidate will have :at least 4 years’ solid experience of litigation workdesire to help in the growth of the litigation departmentgreat people skills and will be an enthusiastic team playergood organisational. time management and IT skillshigh standards of customer carea history of strong billingThe job is suitable for a solicitor with genuine ability and proven experience.Experience as Head of Department previously is useful but not essential.So, if you are a confident, well-presented, friendly and approachable lawyer with excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you.The jobInitially, the job will broadly replace an existing lawyer’s caseload of mainly civil with some more limited commercial litigation work – with the current caseload split broadly as follows;Contested probate claims – 70%Other commercial and civil litigation, including professional negligence and construction disputes – 30%It does not involve dealing with personal injury and medical negligence work.The dispute resolution department includes an existing team of 2 other litigation lawyers, and a paralegal, dealing exclusively with property disputes.Client offers specialist litigation services to a range of clients and the role will see you handle an interesting mix of litigation issues.Experience in Litigation is essential.Candidates must possess drive, determination and ambition. You will have gained a good grounding in litigation matters and be looking to join a firm that can advance your career with early partnership / directorship opportunities for the right candidate.To find out more, call the office on 01482 533656Please be assured all conversation are conducted within the strictest confidence.Unfortunately, due to time restrictions we cannot respond to every applicant, in the event that we haven’t contacted you within 10 days please take it you have not been successful for this particular role, but your details will be kept on file and considered for all future vacancies.Refer your friend to James Ray Recruitment and we will reward you with £150 retail shopping voucher when we place them in a permanent or temporary role for at least one month.