Paris Smith LLP
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Solicitor NQ - 4 years PQE
Property Litigation, Dispute Resolution – Southampton
We are seeking a motivated Solicitor or CILEX to join our expanding Property Litigation team on a full-time basis, although part-time may be considered. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team consisting of two partners, a senior associate, two solicitors, a paralegal, and a secretary, with further work from the wider Dispute Resolution Department.
You will be joining a busy and friendly team who work collaboratively on a large caseload that covers the full breadth of property litigation services.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage your own caseload of a mixture of property litigation files, acting for developers, retail chains, commercial property owners, agents, residential landlords, and private individuals.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the team on larger files.
- Carry out marketing and business development activity as appropriate.
- Provide a high-quality legal service to our clients.
- Offer advice on legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues.
- Work and behave in a professional manner and to the highest standards of the profession.
- Comply with procedures set out in the Office Manual, professional standards, and any requirements set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
- Carry out duties given by the partners or employees faithfully and diligently and follow all reasonable instructions.
- Keep up to date with changes in the law.
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The Candidate
The successful candidate would ideally possess the following attributes:
- NQ to 4 years PQE.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Drive and enthusiasm.
- Client-focused mentality.
- Good organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and ensure compliance with key dates.
- High attention to detail.
- Willingness to take ownership and be accountable for own work.
- IT literate, with proficiency in using legal software and other IT tools, including Word and a document management system.
- Interest in learning about Artificial Intelligence and how it can improve our legal services.
- Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Willingness to learn and stay up to date with changes in the law.
- Knowledge of Property Litigation, with the ability to handle their own caseload of property litigation matters and support others within the team. Knowledge of collective enfranchisement and/or telecoms would be an advantage.
- Willingness to travel to other offices when required, including Bournemouth and Winchester.
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In return we offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive range of benefits, and a first-class working environment within a leading regional law practice. Please apply by submitting your CV and Cover Letter below. If you have any questions on this vacancy, please email recruitment@parissmith.co.uk.
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