Job Summary: KLS Law is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Trainee Solicitor to join our team. As a Trainee Solicitor, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and gain valuable experience in the field of law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake a range of legal, technical, and administrative tasks as directed and under close supervision.
• Conduct legal research and provide clients with advice on costs.
• Conduct interviews with clients in person and over the telephone.
• Assess legal problems and devise outline strategies for each case.
• Draft case papers, witness statements, and other legal documents.
• Obtain information from relevant experts and assess the strengths and weaknesses of each case.
• Negotiate settlements and issue proceedings as necessary.
• Attend court with counsel and take notes.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Maintain files in accordance with procedure.
• Deal with billing, paying costs, and closing files.
• Follow administrative systems and procedures.

Development Opportunities:

• Attend internal courses and professional development seminars.
• Keep up to date with law and practice.

Requirements:

• 1 year of experience in a legal environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and prioritize workload.
• Ability to view situations from a business or commercial perspective.
• Ability to delegate tasks and supervise as necessary.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Work from home options.
• Season tickets available.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free eye tests.
• Flu jab vouchers.
• Free bus pass for Warrington Centre Park.
• On-site parking.

Working Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 7.5 hours per day with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Location:

Warrington, WA1 1RL.