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Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to lead legal proceedings aimed at overturning the liquidation of a company and protecting associated assets. The role involves challenging liquidation, summary judgments, filing counterclaims, and securing injunctions to halt asset sales.
Key Responsibilities:
** Education and Professional Qualifications:**
** Essential:**
A recognized undergraduate law degree or a non-law degree followed by a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
Desirable:
An LLM in Commercial Law, Corporate Law, or Insolvency Law to demonstrate advanced knowledge in relevant legal areas.
** Experience Requirements:**
** Post-Qualification Experience (PQE):**
Technical Skills:
** Contract Type:**
** Contract Type: Flexible options available:**
** Location:** Remote/Hybrid with occasional in-person meetings if necessary.
Rate: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with hourly and project-based options
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to lead legal proceedings aimed at overturning the liquidation of a company and protecting associated assets. The role involves challenging liquidation, summary judgments, filing counterclaims, and securing injunctions to halt asset sales.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and file applications to rescind liquidation orders and challenge summary judgments.
- Obtain injunctions to prevent asset sales and secure ownership rights.
- Coordinate with barristers, forensic accountants, and insolvency specialists.
- Represent the client in correspondence with courts, liquidators, and opposing counsel.
- Manage all litigation aspects, including drafting, evidence preparation, and strategy.
** Education and Professional Qualifications:**
** Essential:**
- ** Law Degree (LLB or equivalent):**
A recognized undergraduate law degree or a non-law degree followed by a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
- ** Legal Practice Course (LPC):**
Completion of the LPC (or equivalent for Scotland or other jurisdictions) as part of the solicitor qualification pathway. - ** Qualified Solicitor Status:**
Admission to the Roll of Solicitors in England and Wales (or relevant jurisdiction) and possession of a valid practising certificate.
Desirable:
- Master’s Degree or Specialist Training:
An LLM in Commercial Law, Corporate Law, or Insolvency Law to demonstrate advanced knowledge in relevant legal areas.
- ** Insolvency Practitioner Qualifications:**
Completion of additional certifications, such as the Joint Insolvency Examination Board (JIEB) qualification, though not mandatory, is highly desirable.
** Experience Requirements:**
** Post-Qualification Experience (PQE):**
- Minimum 5 years PQE in litigation with a strong focus on corporate insolvency and asset recovery.
- Proven track record in handling high-value, complex cases involving summary judgments and injunctions.
Technical Skills:
- Strong drafting and advocacy skills, particularly for preparing counterclaims, court applications, and injunctions.
- Deep knowledge of insolvency law, corporate disputes, and procedural rules under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
- Ability to coordinate with barristers, forensic accountants, and other specialists.
** Contract Type:**
** Contract Type: Flexible options available:**
- Fixed-Term Contract: Ideal for 6–12 months, renewable based on performance and case outcomes.
- Project-Based Contract: Pay-per-project for specific legal actions such as injunctions, counterclaims, or appeals.
- Zero-Hours Contract: For as-needed legal consultation and support, especially for urgent filings or hearings.
** Location:** Remote/Hybrid with occasional in-person meetings if necessary.
Rate: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with hourly and project-based options
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Part-time
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
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