Litigation Solicitor

1 day ago

Thame, United Kingdom Lightfoots LLP Solicitors Full time
Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Solicitor/Legal Executive to join the Lightfoots’ team reporting to the Litigation Partner. The ideal candidate will have significant legal experience with a background in either property or banking & finance dispute resolution and would suit someone that is looking to join a thriving team with a varied caseload.


For those with a property background, it will involve a digress into working for banks and financial institutions upon enforcement of their loans. The team undertakes work in various litigious matters, such as mortgage litigation, secured and unsecured debt recovery, lender liability claims and enforcement of security through LPA and fixed charge Receiverships. Specific (however not exhaustive) duties will include: -


  • Day to day queries with clients and assisting with initial onboarding of new clients of the firm
  • Analysis of loan agreements, mortgages, personal guarantees, debentures and other forms of security
  • Advising and supervising on matters of dispute, to include matters of financial services regulation and risk and providing legal opinions, summaries of options and prospects for success
  • Analysing and evaluating cases and assisting clients in their choice of what strategy to take
  • Developing strong relationships with clients
  • Keeping up to date with any changes in law and where necessary, confidently and independently researching law relating to specific instructions
  • Drafting settlement agreements and consent orders where appropriate
  • Briefing counsel
  • Overseeing contested possession claims
  • Managing MI


Skills & Experience

Significant legal experience with a background in either property or banking & finance dispute resolution

Excellent communication skills are required and able to work as part of a team

Self-motivated, organised with the ability to prioritise, be agile and manage own workload


Qualifications

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum 3 years PQE


What you get in return

Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover

Enhanced pension scheme

BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym membership

Paid Volunteer days

Wellbeing programme & initiatives

A calendar of social and networking activities

Reduced legal fees

Fantastic learning and development opportunities


As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. Please contact the HR team to let us know if you require any adjustments to attend an interview or you would like a confidential discussion.

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