Civil Litigation Solicitor

Eventus Legal are seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor with 3-5 years' post-qualification experience to join an award winning multi service law firm in Leicester, Leicestershire. This is a full-time, permanent job position offering a salary of up to £50,000 dependent on experience, hybrid working after an initial settling-in period with up to two days a week working remotely from home, 25 days' holiday excluding bank holidays, a bonus scheme and clear training and development opportunities. The Civil Litigation Solicitor will manage a varied caseload from initial instruction through to resolution, including trial where necessary.

Role Responsibilities

The Civil Litigation Solicitor in Leicester, Leicestershire will take ownership of a broad caseload of disputes for individuals and businesses, providing pragmatic advice and excellent client service throughout. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing civil litigation matters independently from initial instruction through to settlement, final hearing or trial
• Advising on contractual disputes, negligence claims, debt recovery and insolvency-related matters
• Handling residential housing litigation, primarily acting for landlords in possession and disrepair claims
• Managing property disputes involving boundaries, easements, neighbours, nuisance and adverse possession
• Preparing pleadings, witness statements, applications, settlement agreements and other legal documents
• Conducting negotiations and representing clients at hearings where appropriate
• Complying with the Civil Procedure Rules, court directions and procedural deadlines across all tracks
• Advising on and negotiating employment settlement agreements using a sound understanding of employment law principles
• Supporting business development
• Assisting the Head of Department and responding to enquiries in their absence when required

Person Specification

Applications are welcomed from commercially aware solicitors in Leicester, Leicestershire who can manage matters confidently and maintain high standards of accuracy and client care. You should be able to demonstrate the following:

• Qualification as a Solicitor in England and Wales with 3-5 years' PQE in civil litigation
• Proven experience of managing a civil litigation caseload independently from instruction to conclusion
• Strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and experience of Small Claims, Fast Track, Intermediate Track and Multi-Track cases
• An understanding of the cost recovery rules applying to each track
• Strong written and oral advocacy, drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail, with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical, outcome-focused advice
• Excellent client care and relationship-building skills, including the ability to convert enquiries into instructions
• Business development and networking skills are desirable
• Confidence in supporting or supervising colleagues when required is desirable

Benefits and Rewards

This Civil Litigation Solicitor job in Leicester, Leicestershire combines a competitive package with practical support for professional growth. The successful Civil Litigation Solicitor will benefit from:

• Salary of up to £50,000 dependent on experience
• Hybrid working after an initial settling-in period with up to two days a week working remotely from home
• 25 days' holiday excluding bank holidays
• Christmas closure
• Bonus scheme
• Local parking and convenient transport links into Leicester city centre
• Clear training and development opportunities
• Company events and professional networking opportunities

About the Law Firm

This award winning multi service law firm in Leicester advises individuals and businesses across a wide range of legal matters across the East Midlands. They are recognised for clear, responsive and client focused advice, with an experienced team that combines legal expertise with a practical approach. With modern commercial offices in the city centre, this is a great opportunity to work in an accessible city location within a professional and friendly team environment in which people can develop their skills, build trusted client relationships and contribute to the firm's continued success.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.