Litigation Lawyer

Service Care Solutions are currently working in partnership with a reputable local authority, based in Exeter, which is looking to recruit a Locum Litigation Lawyer to join their Legal Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation professional to take on a varied and meaningful caseload supporting key public services.
 
Role: Litigation Lawyer
Location: Exeter – hybrid/fully remote
Contract Length: 5 months ongoing
Umbrella Rate: £50 - £55ph
PAYE Inc. Rate: £44.006 - £48.4ph

Key Responsibilities

• Taking instructions and advising on complex and often contentious legal matters across all Council services, requiring thorough research and strong legal expertise.
• Managing and conducting litigation in civil courts and tribunals, alongside prosecuting cases in criminal courts. This includes handling matters from initiation through to final hearings and appeals.
• Handling a diverse caseload including:
  • Civil and commercial litigation
  • Housing matters (e.g. possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour cases)
  • Land possession applications
  • Contractual disputes
  • Regulatory enforcement, including planning, environmental health, and licensing prosecutions.

Candidate Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with 5 years or more post qualification experience in contentious work, including general civil and criminal litigation.
• Experience working within a local authority or public sector environment is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently and provide pragmatic legal advice.

Benefits:

• Hybrid/remote working.
• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Flexible hours.

If this Litigation Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.
 
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £200.