Litigation Solicitor

2 weeks ago

Blackburn BB DN, United Kingdom Watson Ramsbottom Limited Full time £45,000 - £60,000 per year

The Firm

We are an award winning, progressive and well-established law firm with offices across East Lancashire, the Northwest and London. We provide a full range of legal services to both individuals and businesses, with a reputation built on delivering expert advice, practical solutions, and outstanding client care.

Our Litigation dispute resolution team has a strong track record in handling high-profile and sensitive cases across defamation, privacy, media law, and reputation protection offering strategic and pragmatic legal solutions.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Defamation/Harassment Solicitor to join our growing team. You will advise and represent clients in harassment, stalking, defamation, libel, slander, privacy, and reputation management matters, often involving high-profile individuals and complex legal issues. The role will involve both claimant and defendant work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advising clients on all aspects of harassment, stalking, defamation law, reputation management, and media disputes.
  • Managing cases from initial instruction through to settlement or trial.
  • Drafting pre-publication advice, letters of claim, defences, and other key legal documents.
  • Handling urgent injunction applications and crisis-management issues.
  • Liaising with clients, barristers, and other stakeholders.
  • Keeping up to date with legal developments in defamation, privacy, and related areas.

About You

  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (2+ PQE preferred, but all levels considered).
  • Strong knowledge of harassment, defamation, libel, slander, and privacy law.
  • Experience handling reputation management and media-related disputes.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
  • A strong client-focused approach, with the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetly.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile and precedent-setting cases.
  • Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development.
  • Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Bereavement leave
  • Company pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • Referral programme

Experience:

  • Defamation/Harrasment: 2 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Blackburn BB1 6DN

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