Role Profile: Commercial Litigation Lawyer 2+ PQE
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Litigation Lawyer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in handling a diverse range of commercial disputes, contributing their expertise to a complex and varied caseload, providing strategic guidance to our clients. This role demands a proficient understanding and experience of litigation with strong commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities:
Case Management:
- Independently manage and oversee a mixed caseload of commercial disputes, ensuring adherence to legal timelines, and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
Legal Advisory:
- Offer expert advice on all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution. Advising and representing a range of clients in pre action disputes and contested Court Proceedings.
Insolvency Support:
- Provide comprehensive support in contentious insolvency matters, including court appearances and settlements.
Client Interaction:
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering tailored legal solutions aligned with client objectives.
Supervision:
- Provide support and supervision to junior members of the commercial litigation team and across the wider business.
Key Skills & Attributes
- A qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with a minimum of 2+ years PQE in commercial litigation.
- Proven experience of independently managing a caseload of commercial disputes, demonstrating a sound understanding of legal procedures and compliance obligations.
- Strong advocacy and litigation skills.
- Ability to apply legal expertise pragmatically in commercial contexts, providing strategic advice for clients facing complex financial situations, and to be able to develop a deep understanding of a client’s business needs.
- Skilled in client relations, adept at analysis, communication, and organisation, maintaining and nurturing strong client connections.
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Silverback Law is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and supported. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a culture of inclusivity.