Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive in Worthing

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a successful and growing Dispute Resolution team.

The role will involve working across a broad range of litigation matters, including Commercial Litigation, Property Litigation and Contentious Probate, while developing your own caseload with a particular focus on Commercial and General Litigation.

You will work closely with experienced members of the team, gaining exposure to a variety of complex and interesting disputes while building your technical expertise and client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and progressing your own litigation caseload with appropriate supervision and support.
• Assisting with matters across Commercial Litigation, Property Litigation and Contentious Probate.
• Developing particular expertise in Commercial and General Litigation.
• Advising clients on a range of contentious matters and providing commercially focused solutions.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, statements and other legal documentation.
• Conducting legal research and applying relevant legislation and case law.
• Negotiating with opposing parties and their representatives.
• Liaising with counsel, experts and other professional advisers where required.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Dispute Resolution team.
• Maintaining high standards of client care, file management and compliance.
• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the litigation practice.
• Developing professional networks and identifying opportunities to build the team's client base.

About You

• Qualified as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 0–2 years' PQE, or be approaching qualification.
• Experience within a general litigation environment.
• Experience in Commercial Litigation, Property Litigation or Contentious Probate is essential in at least one area.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Good negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• A pragmatic and commercially minded approach to legal issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine interest in developing a career within litigation.
• A willingness to build professional relationships and contribute to the growth of the department.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working.
• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Healthcare benefit scheme.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial.

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.