Job Description

About Us

Adam Bernard Solicitors is a dynamic and forward-thinking full-service law firm based in London, providing high-quality legal services across multiple practice areas. Our Litigation Department handles a broad range of civil and commercial disputes for both individual and corporate clients.

We are now seeking a talented

Litigation Solicitor

to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have solid litigation experience, excellent client care skills, and the ability to manage cases from initial instruction through to final resolution.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, property disputes, debt recovery, and professional negligence claims. You will represent clients in correspondence, negotiations, and court proceedings while maintaining compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Handle a diverse caseload of

civil and commercial litigation matters

, including: Breach of contract and debt recovery claims Property and landlord/tenant disputes Professional negligence Company and partnership disputes Employment and defamation-related civil claims (where required) Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications, and other court documents. Represent clients in court hearings, mediation, and settlement negotiations. Provide strategic and practical legal advice tailored to client needs. Manage client relationships professionally and maintain high levels of communication. Supervise junior fee earners or paralegals when required. Ensure compliance with firm policies,

Lexcel

, and regulatory requirements.

Key Requirements

Qualified

Solicitor

with a minimum of

2 years PQE

in Civil/Commercial Litigation. Sound knowledge of the

Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

and litigation processes. Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities. Proven ability to manage a busy caseload independently and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality client service. Experience with case management systems (such as

LEAP

) preferred.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Exposure to a wide range of complex and high-value cases. Career development opportunities within a growing department. Supportive and collaborative team culture. Access to regular internal and external legal training sessions.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,886.56-57,130.95 per year

Work Location: In person