THE FIRM

At Forbes Solicitors, we believe in creating a supportive and collaborative environment where our team members can thrive and develop themselves and others. We offer a comprehensive range of legal services and have offices across the North, with deep roots in Lancashire. Our team are known for its genuine, practical advice and passion for achieving the best results. We are real people who listen to each other and work together to deliver exceptional service.
We are proud to have been awarded UK Employer of the Year: Silver (250+) at the Investors in People Awards 2024 and the Firm is ranked as a Legal 500 Top Tier Firm and a Chambers and Partners Leading Firm.
We are a values led Firm and are looking for people who embody our values: authenticity, striving for exceptional results, and unity in teamwork to join our award-winning Firm.

Forbes Solicitors are looking for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join our Commercial Litigation team based between our Walton Summit and Manchester Offices.
This is a full-time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, 9am until 5pm. Hybrid working arrangements may be available depending on operational requirements.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking for a new challenge to join our award-winning Commercial Litigation team, to progress their career and bring their skills and knowledge to a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-paced, customer focused and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for achieving successful outcomes such as:

• Advising clients on a wide range of Commercial Litigation matters, including but not limited to: shareholder actions, disputes between directors, partnership disputes, Breach of contract/warranty, Professional negligence, Commercial contracts disputes and enforcement, Media and PR disputes, Non-Disclosure and Licensing Agreements, public procurement challenges, legal relationships in the construction and manufacturing sectors;
• Sound knowledge of civil procedure and the CPR;
• Utilising your own professional contacts to further the team’s success and growth such as with work referrers, clients and experts;
• Contributing to the development and implementation of the departmental strategic business plan and be aware of new work opportunities to drive business growth within the department;
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with current/prospective clients, referrers and stakeholders and enhancing the firm’s profile;
• Active contribution to business development including, presentations and training events, articles/newsletters, Chambers & Legal 500 submissions, attendance at BD events etc.
• Supporting the Head of Department, Partners and other advisors on their own cases, and the delivery of the departmental strategy and business objectives;
• Management, supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring of (and delegation of work to) Solicitors and Paralegals to facilitate the achievement of their business objectives and professional development goals;
• Meeting a fee earning and chargeable time target;
• Ensuring compliance with internal and external business requirements including ISO:9001 quality control, SRA Principles / Code of Conduct, Court & Tribunal deadlines;
• Monitoring and reporting on own financial and business performance, and of colleagues under the Partners management / supervision responsibilities, to deliver work in a profitable manner;
• Contributing towards internal continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing;
• Inter-departmental support and collaboration on joint files, projects & events and an awareness of internal referral of work opportunities within the firm.