My client is seeking a Commercial Litigator on a locum basis to join the team in their Leeds, West Yorkshire offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost • Take a client's instructions • Advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case • Draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs • Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives • Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure • Supervise the implementation of agreements • Coordinate the work of all parties involved • Correspond with clients and opposing solicitors • Attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties if appropriate • Correspond with and attend Court if appropriate • Supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, and paralegals as appropriate • Arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation • Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. • To time record effectively.

Duties

• No requirement for solicitor qualification, however one must be able to show considerable experience work...