Eventus Legal are seeking a Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a well-established and expanding law firm in Darlington, County Durham. This is a newly created permanent Litigation Solicitor job due to increasing demand and an abundance of existing work. The successful Litigation Solicitor will have the opportunity to shape and develop their own practice area whilst benefiting from a salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience, hybrid working and remote working flexibility, 36 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, an extended Christmas shutdown, workplace pension and genuine autonomy. Working hours are 8:45am – 5:00pm with a 45-minute lunch break. Full-time is preferred, although part-time applications will be considered.
This is a rare opportunity for a Litigation Solicitor to join a respected and growing law firm in Darlington, County Durham and help shape the future direction of the litigation offering. With a substantial volume of existing work available, the incoming Litigation Solicitor will enjoy the freedom to develop a practice that aligns with their interests and expertise.
- Managing a varied litigation caseload
- Advising clients on contentious probate matters
- Advising on land and boundary disputes
- Handling property-related disputes
- Managing contract and commercial disputes
- Developing specialist areas of practice aligned to your interests
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting the growth of the litigation department
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm
Please note that personal injury work is undertaken elsewhere and will not form part of this Litigation Solicitor job.
Applications are sought from Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with experience in litigation matters. The firm is particularly interested in individuals who are motivated to help develop and shape a growing department.
- Experience managing a litigation caseload
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Commercial awareness
- The ability to work independently
- A proactive and entrepreneurial approach
- Strong client relationship management skills
- An interest in developing specialist expertise within litigation
The successful Litigation Solicitor will be joining a progressive law firm that values initiative and provides genuine opportunities to influence the future direction of the business.
- Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
- Full-time permanent job with part-time considered
- Hybrid working and remote working flexibility
- 36 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Additional Christmas closure provided by the firm
- Workplace pension with Aviva
- Genuine autonomy and flexibility
- Opportunity to shape and develop a litigation department
- Strong pipeline of existing work
- Friendly and supportive culture
- Long-term career progression opportunities
Our client is a respected full-service law firm with a strong reputation throughout North Yorkshire, Cumbria and County Durham. The practice is known for delivering exceptional client service whilst maintaining a welcoming and collaborative working environment.
The firm has continued to grow through strong client relationships, referrals and reputation. Employees benefit from approachable leadership, excellent support and the opportunity to genuinely influence the development of their departments. This Litigation Solicitor job in Darlington, County Durham offers the chance to join the firm at an exciting stage of growth and create a litigation practice tailored to your interests.
Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Litigation Solicitor job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at [email protected] or phone 01325 624084.
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