Job Description

Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Location:

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Salary:

Competitive, depending on experience

Overview

A well-established regional law firm is seeking a proactive and experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters while contributing to the growth and development of a forward-thinking department.

The Role

The successful candidate will be confident, structured, and experienced in civil litigation, handling a mixed caseload including:


Commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes Consumer law matters Boundary disputes Contentious probate matters

You will also support the departments marketing initiatives to promote the firms reputation and grow the client base.

Key Responsibilities

Generate new work and maintain high-quality service for existing clients Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, encouraging cross-referrals across offices and practice areas Achieve fee income targets and departmental objectives Keep up to date with legislation and best practice in civil and commercial litigation Manage billing, cash flow, and daily time records accurately Perform fee-earning work in line with the firms quality and risk procedures

Person Specification

Essential

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Experience managing a busy caseload and working autonomously Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to develop strong client relationships Willingness and ability to undertake advocacy Strong organisational skills and problem-solving abilities Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines Professional, positive, flexible, and a team player

Desirable

Experience with SOS Connect or other case management systems

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement Staff discount on legal and wealth management services Income protection Life assurance (3x salary) Salary exchange pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme

Job Sector:

Legal & Professional

Job Location:

LincolnLincolnshire UK

Job Category:

Legal & Professional

Job Type:

Full TimePermanent

Salary:

Dependant on Experience Competitive