In-House Litigation Solicitor at Dexters Estate Agent Group

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Legal Management, Commercial Law, Property Law, Residential Tenancy Law, Civil Procedure Rules, Court Proceedings, Collaboration, Cost Management, Legal Advice, Customer Relations, Investigations, Commercial Leases, Ambitious, Proactive

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Are you a seasoned litigation solicitor with a passion for commercial and property law? Dexters Group is seeking a highly skilled In-house Litigation Solicitor to join our bustling legal and compliance teams. This is your chance to provide pivotal legal support within a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with our customer relations team to manage and resolve legal disputes. Location: Clapham Junction and/or Teddington Hours: Full-time Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:30 pm - Office Based Only Salary: Circa £70,000 (subject to experience) Main Purpose of the Role Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Defend claims against the Dexters Group and pursue financial and debt claims within our customer relations team. Legal Management and Coordination: Deliver comprehensive legal advice on litigation matters, with opportunities to work on investigations Collaboration and Efficiency: Partner with internal clients and the customer relations team to ensure timely and effective delivery on all legal matters. Commercial and Commercial Leases: Over time the role could extend to assist with the group’s expanding portfolio of trading premises and commercial leases. Skills & Experience - Qualified solicitor (4-5+ PQE) with demonstrable experience in litigation with a preference for experience in residential landlord and tenant law, property and residential tenancy- related litigation. - Understanding of estate and lettings agency law, strong commercial background, and significant experience with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and county court proceedings. Collaborative Skills: Ability to work closely with internal clients, building strong relationships across the business. Ambitious & Proactive: Stay updated with relevant legal and market developments, providing guidance on strategic, legal, or reputational issues. Key Responsibilities - Manage legal claims for and against the group, including preparing defence and witness statements, and briefing counsel when required - Ensuring compliance with court deadlines. - Appearing in court on behalf of the group for claims for and against the business. - Provide advice on contentious legal matters to internal clients and the customer relations team. - Liaise with external panel law firms and/or counsel for complex claims, maintaining a cost-effective service - Drive continuous improvement in legal processes, identifying efficiencies and cost-reduction opportunities - Manage legal costs effectively, fostering a culture of disciplined cost management - In due course, working with group solicitor on commercial property matters including assisting with commercial tenancy agreements and renewals of commercial contracts If you're ready to leverage your expertise in a challenging and rewarding role, and are eager to make a significant impact within a dynamic company, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become a crucial part of our journey at Dexters Group!

Responsibilities

Manage legal claims for and against the group, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and providing advice on contentious legal matters. Collaborate with internal clients and external counsel to drive continuous improvement in legal processes.