Protecting Individual Rights: Civil Liberties Solicitor
1 month ago
A leading law firm seeks a dedicated Civil Liberties Solicitor for a permanent position, offering training contracts for those with relevant experience.
Gemini Recruitment partners with the firm, which serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout England and Wales. The firm's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top-tier firm.
The firm holds various accreditations, including Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001-2013. It is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
About the role:
You will undertake a mixed caseload of complaints against public authorities, civil claims, judicial reviews, inquests, and injustices. The department has been expanding steadily and attracts high-profile and interesting work.
As a successful candidate, you will conduct supervised casework and support other lawyers in the department. You will be involved in case preparation, conducting legal research, taking proofs of evidence from clients and witnesses, and attending court hearings and conferences.
Key responsibilities include reporting directly to the Department Director, managing a caseload, supervising a small team, making CCMS applications, attending clients, briefing counsel, negotiating with defendants, and dealing with correspondence.
Main requirements:
- Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2+ years PQE in Civil Liberties work
- Experience working on publicly funded cases and CCMS
- Strong theoretical knowledge and practical experience of the Civil Procedure Rules
- Effective organisational ability, able to work under pressure
On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment, and real prospects for promotion. Hybrid working arrangements will be considered in accordance with company policy.
The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and diversity, striving to ensure that its workforce reflects the communities it serves. Estimated annual salary: £65,000 - £90,000.
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