Litigation Solicitor (LLS)

About the job Litigation Solicitor (LLS)

Job Description:

The candidate will primarily handle propertylitigation cases, merger requisitions, and insurance matters. This rolerequires a thorough understanding of property law, excellent negotiationskills, and the ability to manage complex legal issues efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload of property litigation matters, including landlord-tenant disputes, boundary disputes, and property ownership disputes.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare court documents.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on property-related legal issues.
• Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements when necessary.
• Assist with due diligence investigations for mergers and acquisitions.
• Review legal documents and identify potential risks and liabilities.
• Draft and negotiate merger agreements, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Work closely with the corporate team to ensure legal compliance during mergers and acquisitions.
• Handle insurance claims and disputes, including coverage disputes and bad faith claims.
• Review insurance policies and provide guidance to clients on coverage issues.
• Represent clients in negotiations with insurance companies and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare legal opinions and memoranda on insurance-related matters.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of PQE.
• Strong knowledge of property law, contract law, and insurance law.
• Proven experience handling property litigation cases, merger requisitions, and insurance matters.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.