We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in the South West of England, who are recruiting for a Litigation Solicitor on an initial three-month locum contract, with potential to go up to 12-months.

The position is due to start immediately, and they're looking for someone for 4 days p/week (circa 30 hours). The hourly rate of pay is circa £50 p/hour via an Umbrella company.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified lawyer, either a fully qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or barrister, and must be able to attend court for advocacy.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Advising on a range of civil and criminal litigation matters, including providing advice on probity and lawfulness issues relating to decisions
• Handling legal casework with minimal supervision, effectively managing complex caseloads
• Providing the drafting and advocacy on behalf of the Council, instructing Counsel where appropriate

Experience required:

• Experience required in Local Government
• Experience managing complex litigation cases

Working hours:

• Approximately 30 hours per week across 4 days

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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