Partner / Legal Director - Commercial Litigation

1 month ago


Leicester, United Kingdom Nelsons Full time
Job Description

Why join Nelsons?


Nelsons is one of the largest and fastest growing law firms in the East Midlands with experts in Leicester, Derby, and Nottingham.


We look to empower our clients, to give them a voice, fight for them, help them seek justice and steer them through complex legal issues they face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.


The role


We are seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Commercial Litigation Partner /Legal Director to join our team of specialists, who are recognised in The Legal 500. The focus of the role will be on Commercial Litigation.


An exciting opportunity awaits for a motivated Partner / Legal Director to put their Commercial Litigation expertise to work in a challenging, yet supportive team setting. We are searching for a candidate who seeking to join one of the leading commercial litigation teams in the Midlands.


To be successful in applying for this role, you must possess excellent client care skills, be technically strong with an eye for detail and can communicate effectively. You must also be reliable, organised, able to work in a busy environment, possess excellent time management and interpersonal skills.


Within this Commercial Litigation Solicitor position, you’ll also be:


  • Managing a varied caseload of Commercial Litigation matters from end to end.
  • Reviewing of documentation and legal research Preparing detailed advice for clients
  • Instructing and briefing counsel and experts
  • Drafting all legal documentation
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to promote teamworking.
  • Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
  • To undertake a business development plan and associated activities at Legal Director Level.


This role also requires relevant experience in this area of law with at least 7 years post qualifying experience (PQE) and at least 3 years as a Senior Associate level.


The Extras


  • 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
  • Flexible Benefits package
  • Travel benefits
  • Pension
  • Well-being programme
  • Discounts on selected legal services



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