Litigation Lawyer - South

HCB Solicitors Limited are currently looking for an ambitious full time solicitor / CILEX to work within our Litigation team joining the departments at either our Bedford, Northampton ir Leicester office. The candidate will ideally have experience of contentious probate litigation.

Following the relevant legislation and policies will be a key part of the role so you will need a good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules, SRA policies and other relevant codes of practice.

Main Duties And Responsibilities
• Having conduct of a case load appropriate for a full time fee earner
• Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
• Advising clients on contentious matters
• Draft pleadings, statements of case and pre-issue documentation and file with the court as appropriate
• Perform administrative duties (comply and adhere to deadlines, organise case files, manage files etc)
• Attend court/conferences with or without counsel as required
• Organise exhibits, documents, evidence, and briefs
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
• Liaise with internal/external third parties
• Provide assistance with larger claims undertaken by other fee earners
• Supervise junior colleagues

Person Specification

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring With Them/be
• At least five years’ experience working within a similar role (this is desirable although not essential)
• Great communication skills and an ability to work well with others
• Ability to work under time constraints and prioritise work load
• Able to handle sensitive matters discreetly
• Good organisation skills with a methodical approach
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Deliver excellent service to clients and colleagues

Salary & Benefits
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 26 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension Scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare plan

To apply for the position, please send your CV to Lisa Syrett - lisasyrett@hcbgroup.com