Solicitor - Litigation and Employment

Overview

Brown and Co Solicitors is looking for a qualified Solicitor with at least five years of post-qualification experience specializing in litigation and employment law. The role involves handling a diverse case portfolio within dispute resolution, allowing applicants to focus primarily on litigation or employment matters while supporting broader department needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload comprising litigation and employment law matters.
• Provide expert advice to clients on disputes, claims, settlement options, and litigation strategies.
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, tribunal and court submissions, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in advocacy, including court hearings, tribunals, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Ensure strict adherence to procedural rules, court directives, and regulatory requirements.
• Build and sustain strong client relationships through professional communication and service excellence.
• Contribute to marketing, networking, and business growth initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor paralegals, trainee solicitors, volunteers, and work experience students when applicable.
• Conduct file reviews and prepare reports; delegate tasks and oversee timely and quality completion.
• Support training and development for junior team members.
• Meet established billing, case management, and performance objectives.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Principal Solicitor.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of five years post-qualification experience.
• Proven expertise in litigation, employment law, or both domains.
• Exceptional advocacy, negotiation, and legal drafting capabilities.
• Ability to independently manage client files.
• Experience in supervising and supporting junior staff including paralegals, volunteers, and trainees.
• Strong organizational skills and effective communication.
• Commercially aware with dedication to delivering outstanding client service.