Civil Litigation / RTA Solicitor
Posted 12 July by
CapeClarke
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Location: South Northumberland - close to Newcastle
Experience: circa 3+ PQE
Salary: Up to £45,000
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Our Client:
Our client is a reputable law firm located near Newcastle, known for providing expert legal services with a focus on client satisfaction and professional excellence. Due to continued growth, they are currently seeking an experienced Civil Litigation / RTA Solicitor to join their dedicated team, specializing in diminution, salvage, and vehicle repossession cases.
Role Overview:
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with a strong background in civil litigation, particularly within the road traffic accident (RTA) sector. The successful candidate will handle a variety of cases related to diminution, salvage, and vehicle repossession, providing high-quality legal support and representation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Handle a caseload of civil litigation matters, with a particular focus on diminution cases, salvage, and vehicle repossession.
- Client Consultation: Provide expert legal advice to clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of their legal position and options.
- Drafting and Documentation: Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Negotiation and Settlement: Engage in negotiations with opposing parties to reach favorable settlements for clients, aiming to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.
- Court Representation: Represent clients in court proceedings, presenting cases confidently and competently.
- Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and ensure the most effective legal strategies are employed.
- Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues and support staff to provide comprehensive legal services, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Qualified solicitor with a circa 3 years' PQE in civil litigation (guidline PQE - all applications welcome)
- Demonstrable experience in the road traffic accident sector is highly desirable.
- Excellent legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
- Strong advocacy skills with the ability to represent clients effectively in court.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage a diverse caseload efficiently.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career development within a supportive and dynamic firm.
- Innovative Practice: Work within a forward-thinking legal practice that values innovation and excellence.
- Supportive Environment: A positive and inclusive work culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
If you are a motivated and experienced civil litigation / RTA solicitor, looking to advance your career in something slightly different, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV a for the role to Alex Groom at CapeClarke () or apply directly through the link for immediate consideration.
Reference: 52682436
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