Summary: As an Interim PT Senior Litigation Solicitor, you will lead the Contentious Team, providing expert legal advice and representation in both criminal and civil litigation. Your role will involve managing court proceedings, supervising team members, and developing effective legal strategies for complex cases, including those in the High Court. This position is part-time, requiring 20 hours of work per week over three months. You will utilize electronic file systems for case management and liaise with clients and Counsellors effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and handle all aspects of contentious litigation work.
• Supervise, coach, and support the team, ensuring effective performance and development.
• Represent the Council in court, handling litigation cases from start to finish.
• Utilize electronic file systems (OMS and transitioning to IKEN in April 2025) for case management.
• Liaise with clients and Counsellors, conducting research and managing your own caseload efficiently.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor who holds or is eligible to hold a Solicitors practicing certificate.
• Sound Litigation experience.
• Local authority experience.
• Line management & supervision experience.
• Recent experience in at least one of the following areas: Local authority enforcement/prosecutions, Housing management, Licensing, Anti-social behaviour, Commercial dispute resolution.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to represent organisations effectively in court and provide advice and guidance to others as and when required.

Salary (Rate): 73.33

City: Coalville

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Legal