Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Solicitor
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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:
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Commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes
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Consumer law matters
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Boundary disputes
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Contentious probate matters
You will also support the departments marketing initiatives to promote the firms reputation and grow the client base.
Key Responsibilities
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Generate new work and maintain high-quality service for existing clients
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Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department encouraging cross-referrals across offices and practice areas
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Achieve fee income targets and departmental objectives
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Keep up to date with legislation and best practice in civil and commercial litigation
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Manage billing cash flow and daily time records accurately
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Perform fee-earning work in line with the firms quality and risk procedures
Person Specification
Essential
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Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
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Experience managing a busy caseload and working autonomously
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to develop strong client relationships
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Willingness and ability to undertake advocacy
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Strong organisational skills and problem-solving abilities
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Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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Professional positive flexible and a team player
Desirable
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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
Employment Type
Full Time
