Are you a proactive and committed Litigation Solicitor eager to join a reputable, multi-branch law firm in the Midlands? This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a respected litigation department, working alongside supportive colleagues and representing a broad, loyal client base across the region. You will take on a varied portfolio of high-quality work, enhancing your skills while building strong professional relationships.

Our client seeks a knowledgeable, commercially astute Litigation Solicitor to manage their own caseload and provide clear, effective advice to clients. In return, you will enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and excellent prospects for career development and progression within the firm.

Litigation Solicitor Key Responsibilities

• Independently managing a mixed caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters, including supporting clients in matters including but not limited to; consumer disputes, landlord/Tenant Disputes, possession claims, debt recovery, partnership disputes, intellectual property disputes, contract disputes, general civil disputes with experience in building & construction disputes and general commercial disputes. 
• Drafting, reviewing, and evaluating court documents, pleadings, witness statements, and other legal correspondence relating to disputes.
• Advising clients from initial instruction through to resolution, including representing them in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Liaising efficiently with clients, barristers, experts, and third parties to progress cases promptly and effectively.
• Ensuring strict compliance with all regulatory and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) obligations in litigation cases.
• Keeping up to date with developments in litigation law, changes in Civil Procedure Rules, and practice directions to maintain high technical standards.

Essential Litigation Skills & Experience

• 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in litigation (solicitor or legal executive) 
• Proven competence in running a litigation caseload from instruction to conclusion with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil and commercial litigation processes, case management, and document drafting.
• Outstanding client care, communication, and negotiation abilities, adapting to clients’ needs from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Competence in using legal practice management software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and autonomously when required.
• Experience in advocacy and/or willingness to undertake Court advocacy work would be advantageous.

Opportunities & Benefits in a Leading Litigation Department

• Clear, long-term career progression in a prestigious, multi-office law firm setting.
• Broad exposure to a diverse, high-quality litigation caseload, including complex and high-value disputes.
• Ongoing professional development, with support for further qualifications and specialist training.
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time and hybrid working options.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and attractive benefits package.

Location & Working Arrangements

• Position based within commutable distance of the firm's offices in the West Midlands region. Applications for hybrid, full-time or part-time working welcomed.