Solicitor/ Litigation Executive
Core
Manage a caseload of RTA and County Court litigation matters, representing clients in hearings, preparing evidence and court documents, and advising on tactics.
Role type
mid-senior IC litigation solicitor
Builds
legal case outcomes for insurance and commercial clients
Domain
legal services (litigation)
Required skills
litigation case management, evidence preparation, court document drafting, witness interviewing, client advice, deadline management, file management, disclosure handling, negotiation, analytical skills
Preferred skills
commercial awareness, adaptability to legislation, questioning/challenging evidence, technical expertise in litigation
Technologies
legal practice management systems, court scheduling tools
Responsibilities
Manage own caseload of RTA and County Court matters, prepare and review evidence, deal with extensive disclosure, prepare court documents, attend court/telephone hearings, interview witnesses and experts, advise clients on tactics, ensure compliance with Solicitors' Accounts Rules and Law Society Practice Management Standards
Seniority
Mid-senior, hands-on IC