Job Description
Lawyer - Litigation - Contentious Probate - South
HCB Solicitors Limited are currently looking for an ambitious full time Solicitor/CILEX to work within our Litigation team. The candidate will ideally have experience of contentious probate litigation.
Following the relevant legislation and policies will be a key part of the role so you will need a good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules, SRA policies and other relevant codes of practice.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Having conduct of a case load appropriate for a full time fee earner
- Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
- Advising clients on contentious matters
- Draft pleadings, statements of case and pre-issue documentation and file with the court as appropriate
- Perform administrative duties (comply and adhere to deadlines, organise case files, manage files etc)
- Attend court/conferences with or...