Commercial Litigation Solicitor

We are currently representing a renowned team specializing in large-scale document review, time-sensitive investigations, regulatory matters, consumer claims assessments, and volume claims management. Their expertise spans across various industries, including financial services, energy, retail, technology, media, and construction.

The Role

As a solicitor you will become an integral part of this dynamic team, working closely with Managers, Senior Solicitors, Trainees, and Legal Analysts.

Please note: Occasional travel to various locations, including offices in London, may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting document reviews, preparing chronologies, offering litigation support, and undertaking other practice area-specific fee-earning tasks (with target daily chargeable hours).
• Assessing claims or assisting in managing claims portfolios.
• Evaluating cases related to Group Litigation Orders and Remediation schemes.
• Ensuring Quality Control and providing constructive feedback to maintain output consistency with quality standards.
• Collaborating with other practice groups in the global network on relevant projects.
• Supervising Trainees or Legal Analysts as needed, particularly on complex legal matters.
• Staying updated on relevant areas of law.
• Compliance with financial disciplines in matters such as daily time recording.
• Providing additional support to the business on client matters and related tasks.

Please note that the outlined responsibilities may vary over time without materially changing the character or level of responsibility.

Qualifications and Skills

Technical

Essential

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales or Northern Ireland (Republic of Ireland or other common law jurisdictions considered).
• 2 years’ PQE preferably in commercial litigation.

Desirable

• Experience in a commercial legal environment, preferably a private practice law firm.
• Successful management experience, including direct reports.
• Knowledge and experience in Disputes practice group work, such as large-scale document review or claims assessment.

Next Steps:
Please submit your application or speak to a specialist consultant from the Abacus team on 0044 (0) 28 9031 3157 for a confidential discussion.
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