Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Litigation Department Background: Our litigation teams are ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK Directory for their excellence in Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence, Contentious Probate and General Litigation work across the South East. Viewed as a "stand out" team it has extensive experience in acting for both claimants and defendants, representing individuals, companies, charities or those involved in group litigation, in complex and high value civil / commercial litigation matters, including: Bankruptcy and Insolvency Building Disputes Civil Fraud Consumer/ Commercial Disputes Contract Disputes Debt Interim Applications International Cross Border Disputes Contentious Probate Disputes Professional Negligence Residential Property Disputes Our lawyers offer advice and assistance in dispute resolution and litigated cases and regularly acts in reported cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. The Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key tasks include: Boundary disputes- resolving disagreements between neighbours about property lines. Landlord and tenant issues- dealing with rent arrears, lease breaches, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals. Rights of way and easements- advising on access rights and usage of land. Nuisance and trespass claims- acting where someone's use of their property interferes with another's. Disputes over property ownership- handling cases like co-ownership disagreements or claims under trusts. Development issues- disputes related to property development, including restrictive covenants and planning. Disrepair- acting for landlord and tenant Mortgage Repossessions Commercial property matters- lease related matters - dilapidations, arrears of rents , lease forfeiture Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of the publicly funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Probate Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Litigation Department Background: Our litigation teams are ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK Directory for their excellence in Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence, Contentious Probate and General Litigation work across the South East. Viewed as a "stand out" team it has extensive experience in acting for both claimants and defendants, representing individuals, companies, charities or those involved in group litigation, in complex and high value civil / commercial litigation matters, including: Bankruptcy and Insolvency Building Disputes Civil Fraud Consumer/ Commercial Disputes Contract Disputes Debt Interim Applications International Cross Border Disputes Contentious Probate Disputes Professional Negligence Residential Property Disputes Our lawyers offer advice and assistance in dispute resolution and litigated cases and regularly acts in reported cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. The Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key tasks include: Boundary disputes- resolving disagreements between neighbours about property lines. Landlord and tenant issues- dealing with rent arrears, lease breaches, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals. Rights of way and easements- advising on access rights and usage of land. Nuisance and trespass claims- acting where someone's use of their property interferes with another's. Disputes over property ownership- handling cases like co-ownership disagreements or claims under trusts. Development issues- disputes related to property development, including restrictive covenants and planning. Disrepair- acting for landlord and tenant Mortgage Repossessions Commercial property matters- lease related matters - dilapidations, arrears of rents , lease forfeiture Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of the publicly funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Probate Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Litigation Department Background: Our litigation teams are ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK Directory for their excellence in Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence, Contentious Probate and General Litigation work across the South East. Viewed as a "stand out" team it has extensive experience in acting for both claimants and defendants, representing individuals, companies, charities or those involved in group litigation, in complex and high value civil / commercial litigation matters, including: Bankruptcy and Insolvency Building Disputes Civil Fraud Consumer/ Commercial Disputes Contract Disputes Debt Interim Applications International Cross Border Disputes Contentious Probate Disputes Professional Negligence Residential Property Disputes Our lawyers offer advice and assistance in dispute resolution and litigated cases and regularly acts in reported cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. The Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key tasks include: Boundary disputes- resolving disagreements between neighbours about property lines. Landlord and tenant issues- dealing with rent arrears, lease breaches, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals. Rights of way and easements- advising on access rights and usage of land. Nuisance and trespass claims- acting where someone's use of their property interferes with another's. Disputes over property ownership- handling cases like co-ownership disagreements or claims under trusts. Development issues- disputes related to property development, including restrictive covenants and planning. Disrepair- acting for landlord and tenant Mortgage Repossessions Commercial property matters- lease related matters - dilapidations, arrears of rents , lease forfeiture Key Skills Required: Proven litigation experience - minimum 3 years' PQE managing varied caseloads Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of the publicly funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Probate Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Jun 06, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Litigation Department Background: Our litigation teams are ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK Directory for their excellence in Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence, Contentious Probate and General Litigation work across the South East. Viewed as a "stand out" team it has extensive experience in acting for both claimants and defendants, representing individuals, companies, charities or those involved in group litigation, in complex and high value civil / commercial litigation matters, including: Bankruptcy and Insolvency Building Disputes Civil Fraud Consumer/ Commercial Disputes Contract Disputes Debt Interim Applications International Cross Border Disputes Contentious Probate Disputes Professional Negligence Residential Property Disputes Our lawyers offer advice and assistance in dispute resolution and litigated cases and regularly acts in reported cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. The Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key tasks include: Boundary disputes- resolving disagreements between neighbours about property lines. Landlord and tenant issues- dealing with rent arrears, lease breaches, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals. Rights of way and easements- advising on access rights and usage of land. Nuisance and trespass claims- acting where someone's use of their property interferes with another's. Disputes over property ownership- handling cases like co-ownership disagreements or claims under trusts. Development issues- disputes related to property development, including restrictive covenants and planning. Disrepair- acting for landlord and tenant Mortgage Repossessions Commercial property matters- lease related matters - dilapidations, arrears of rents , lease forfeiture Key Skills Required: Proven litigation experience - minimum 3 years' PQE managing varied caseloads Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of the publicly funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Probate Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation - level 2 membership is essential Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or visit our company website to apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation - level 2 membership is essential Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or visit our company website to apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation - level 2 membership is essential Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or visit our company website to apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation - level 2 membership is essential Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or visit our company website to apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
