Job Description
Litigation Solicitor
Rate: 50- 60 per hour - Negotiable DOE
Contract Length: 3-month initial contract
Southwest Local Authority
Flexible Hybrid Working
Spencer Clarke Group have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join a Local Authority in the Southwest region.
Joining the Council's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team, you will deliver expert legal support, handle a varied contentious caseload, and represent the authority when needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clear, accurate, and timely legal advice on litigation and dispute resolution matters.
- Prepare and conduct litigation on behalf of the Council, including case management and advocacy where appropriate.
- Advise on risk management, pre-action protocols, settlement considerations, and dispute strategy.
About You
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx).
- Knowledge of Local Government Law, Civil Procedure, and Public Law.
- Understanding of local authority governance and decision-making processes.
If you're interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the details below:
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Our legal specialist, Max, has extensive experience across all areas of the legal market and recruits for positions at every level - from legal assistants and paralegals through to Directors of Legal and Monitoring Officers. If this particular role isn't quite right for you, but you'd like to explore other opportunities, please get in touch using the contact details above for a confidential discussion about the market.
We are also proud to offer a market-leading referral scheme, with rewards of up to 300. If you know someone who might be a great fit for this or another legal role, simply ask them to send their CV to Max - and don't forget to include your own details so we can ensure you receive your referral bonus if they are successful.
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