Litigation Solicitor

Our client is seeking a Litigation Solicitor to join their office in Bedford, Bedfordshire.

The successful candidate will work on a varied case load of general litigation matters, with an emphasis on property litigation matters involving boundary disputes, lease extensions, dilapidations, landlord & tenant disputes. There will also be a varied caseload of general litigation and commercial litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of a client portfolio by utilising good marketing skills, social media and networking opportunities, including internal cross referrals
• Dealing with client work including court proceedings, providing advice in writing, over the phone or during meetings, maintaining accurate records and meeting notes, and carrying out advocacy (where appropriate).
• Adherence to compliance policies and procedures
• Management of client expectations
• Management of risk
• Dealing with new enquiries
• Case and file management
• Supporting in the development of other team members
• Participation in CPD
• Support in marketing initiatives including participation in the delivery of webinars and podcasts
• Participation in charity and networking events

We are looking for someone with:

At least 3 years PQE experience of working in dispute resolution with an emphasis on property litigation including most or all of the following:

• Business tenancy disputes and renewals
• Commercial landlord/tenant work including rent arrears, forfeiture and dilapidation claims
• Party Wall Act disputes
• Possession claims including adverse possession and squatters
• Neighbour disputes including disputes in respect of restrictive covenants, easements, trespass and boundary disputes
• Service charge disputes
• Development disputes
• Personal pride in the quality of their work which should be to a high standard
• Knowledge of the requirements of Lexcel

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.