Civil And Commercial Litigation Lawyer, Warwick

Civil and Commercial Litigation Lawyer

Warwick / Hybrid

About the firm

Our client is a long-established high street law firm based in Warwick, with a loyal local reputation. They are a Lexcel-accredited, mid-sized firm employing around 70 people; large enough to offer career progression and high-quality work and small enough to be personal, supportive and collaborative, giving you the opportunity to really shine and thrive in your career.

Employee wellbeing is a high priority, with homeworking available part of the week for a great work/life balance and five weeks' annual leave entitlement plus additional leave over the Christmas shutdown.

What you'll be doing

• Managing a caseload of civil and commercial litigation files including director/shareholder disputes
• Business partnership disputes
• Breach of contract
• Commercial and residential property claims
• ToLATA
• Boundary/neighbour disputes
• Private nuisance, harassment and defamation
• Will/inheritance disputes
• Professional negligence claims
• Debt recovery
• Possession and insolvency claims
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including particulars of claim, defences, disclosure and witness statements through to settlement agreements
• Conducting advocacy, instructing counsel when necessary
• Advising clients on dispute resolution strategies, including negotiation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution

Who we're looking for

• Fully qualified status – Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 2 years' PQE
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach

What's on offer

This is a full-time permanent job, working 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (35 hours) with homeworking available 2 days per week.

Benefits include

• Competitive salary
• 25 days' annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period at Directors' discretion
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week remote working)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Work life balance encouraged
• Car parking pass
• Clear, structured career progression pathway

Note: A competitive salary is offered which will be commensurate with experience. The information above is correct to the best of our knowledge.

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