William James Recruitment
In-House Solicitor Advocate
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In-House Solicitor/Faculties Voice – Liverpool – Hybrid – up to £70,000
Assist clientele with complex legal matters and litigation by delivering top-notch advocacy within Liverpool office's fast-paced criminal and civil justice environment.
About the Role
A leading law firm is seeking an In-House Advocate (or Faculties Voice) to integrate its expanding and highly-regarded Advocacy team based in the North-West. This represents a compelling opportunity for Barristers or Solicitors with a passion for advocacy to foster their career within a supportive, dynamic environment specialising in contentious matters.
Bemoaning continued expansion in the department, the firm looks for a committed legal practitioner to build their advocacy capabilities while delivering a diversified caseload of hearings and litigation matters. This role offers frequent advocacy opportunities—including within courts across the North-West—providing hands-on experience and exposure to a broad set of proceedings. The firm prioritises professional development, backing Solicitors aspiring to attain Higher Rights of Audience while outlining a clear blueprint for enduring career growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting advocacy at hearings, including interlocutory applications and trials
- Advising fee earners and case handlers on complex legal/ procedural insights (legal analysis and risk assessment)
- Drafting and meticulously reviewing pleadings, applications, witness statements, and expert evidentiary affidavits
- Transitioning into internal trainer, delivering mentorship and technical guidance to junior partners
- Handling diverse litigation matters across criminal and civil dispute spectrums
- Thoroughly preparing cases for filings and court hearings
- Strategic advice on liability exposure, quantum, and litigation tactics
- Collaborating with team peers to deliver optimal client outcomes
- Continuously developing specialised skills while expanding advocacy expertise within the litigation practice
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The Candidate
A nationally or regionally recognised Assessment-Solicitor or Barrister poised to engage with newer advocates whilst delivering high-level advocacy:
- Core Qualifications: Must be either qualified Solicitor (preferably())
- Advocacy Experience: Proven courtroom acumen with hands-on experience representing clients in varied evaluations, trials, and procedural hearings
- Litigation Proficiency: Comprehensive familiarity with litigation processes, course timings, and procedural standards
- Communication & Relations: Outstanding verbal/written skills, and ability to forge valuable external/internal partnerships
- Organisational Expertise: Effective time management while delivering under pressure
- Independence with Collaboration: Ability to excel autonomously while integrating flawlessly into collaborative teams
Cultivating advancements within legal advocacy? An ambitious, commercially perceptive individual ought to contemplate this role.
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Benefits
- Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on competence and experience
- Flexibility: Hybrid working model caters to adverse workload periods
- Professional Growth: Firm facilitates access to Higher Rights of Audience for budding Solicitors, working towards internal case advocacy autonomy
- Exposure: Vast advocacy caseload spanning diverse areas illuminated by the firm’s expertise
- Leave Entitlements: 25 days leave annually including accrued bank holidays
- Insurance Coverage: Private medical insurance
- Health Initiatives: Health cash plan
- Pensions & Savings: Validated pension schemes
- Career Development: Consistent training programmes signal commitment to staff growth
- Mentorship Culture: Professional and collaborative environment
Advise experience applies. An undisclosed or confidentially communicated intent has no third-party application requirements. Skip the CV and feel free to converse individually about suitability.
Application Contacts
- Alice Ferguson (Retained Consultant), William James Recruitment:
Address correspondence via:
- 📞 0161 826 3140 –
- ϟ𝗠𝗢𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗘: 07496 800 407
- Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment partners with United Kingdom & international markets. The firm specialises in legal staffing, serving Legal 500-ranked firms during strategic hires.
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