Commercial Litigator Job in Buxton Coates Solicitors

Commercial Litigator

Leeds, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

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Job Description

Meet clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost

Take 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.

The Candidate

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

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.

The ability to work independently and run files.

Benefits

Salary - Competitive salary based on experience Opportunity to discuss working arrangements after successful probationary period Great work place benefits during employment 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Experience:

Commercial Litigation: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Commercial Litigator

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