We are currently in partnership with a London Borough who are recruiting for an experienced Civil Litigation Lawyer to cover for a maternity leave on an initial 3-month temporary contract.

This is a north London-based position with twice a week on site per week, as well as some court attendance, on a full-time contract of 36 hours per week. This organisation is offering a negotiable rate dependent on experience.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Dealing with a wide range of litigation matters including but not limited to:
• Acting as senior team member of specialsits lawyers and contributing to the development of the team, including some line management of 2-8 individuals
• Conducting a caseload of more complex cases for Housing and Litigation matters provide urgent advice outside office hours and attend evening meetings as required
• Providing urgent advice outside office hours and attend evening meetings as required
• Undertaking a significant role in all elections
• Regularly lead on areas of practice development, including managing the delivery of client and lawyer training and ensuring that the Practice continuously improves

Experience required:

• Working for local government, preferably a London Borough
• Solicitor Barrister, FILEX, or similar legal qualification and authorised to conduct legal work
• A proven track record in dealing with a wide range of litigation matters, as well as a thorough knowledge of civil procedure and practice

Working hours:

• Full time (36 hours a week)
• Monday to Friday
• Twice a week on site, including court attendance

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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