Litigation Lawyer

at  Leaders Romans Group

Job Title: Litigation Lawyer
Location: Crowthorne House, Wokingham
Brand: Leaders Romans Group
Salary: Competitive Salary Package

ABOUT US:

LRG are an award-winning national property company, who are going through exciting periods of growth and offer tailored training and development programmes at all levels. With over 200 branches across England and Wales we have a reputation for perfection and delivering an outstanding customer experience. Investment in people is built into our culture, and there are opportunities for driven individuals to achieve their career aspirations within the company.
Job Summary and key responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled and efficient Litigation Lawyer with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE to join our legal team, reporting directly to the Director of Legal. This hybrid role involves managing your own caseload of varied litigation matters while supporting the business on contentious operational issues. Regular weekly travel to our Group’s head offices and other external meetings will be required. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of civil procedure, court processes, and the ability to draft pleadings and manage cases across various tracks. You will be a proactive problem solver with a robust approach to litigation, capable of navigating complex disputes efficiently and effectively.

• Litigation and Case Management
• Conduct small claims, fast track, intermediate track, and multi-track legal proceedings.
• Manage the conduct of court applications from inception to resolution.
• Act for Claimants, Defendants, and other parties in a variety of disputes.
• Advise on liability and quantum in contentious matters.
• Ensure compliance with CPR (Civil Procedure Rules) and court procedures.
• Legal Drafting and Advisory Work
• Settle and draft legal pleadings, including particulars of claim, defences, counterclaims, and witness statements.
• Draft CPR-compliant letters of claim and letters of response.
• Provide commercial and strategic legal advice on dispute resolution, including mediation and ADR mechanisms.
• Contentious Commercial and Property Disputes
• Handle disputes involving agency law, professional negligence, and landlord & tenant matters.
• Manage rent guarantee disputes, B2C contracts, and contentious operational issues.
• Support employment-related disputes, particularly those concerning restrictive covenants and employer obligations.
• Advocacy and ADR
• Conduct advocacy where required, including representation at hearings and tribunals.
• Lead mediation and dispute resolution efforts, offering commercial and legal guidance.
• Advise internal stakeholders on risk management and pre-litigation dispute handling.
• Collaboration and Business Support
• Work closely with internal teams to resolve disputes efficiently.
• Liaise with external counsel and third parties where necessary.
• Assist in developing best practices for managing legal risks within the business.