Civil Litigation Solicitor
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23.67 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Rochdale, North West, OL16 1XU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP225203CT1757-000A C8B7 / 1-11022026 |
Summary
Civil Litigation Lawyer needed in Rochdale Paying £23.67 per hr ref 000A C8B7 / 1
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse civil litigation caseload, including but not limited to contractual disputes, debt recovery, landlord & tenant matters, property disputes, and professional negligence claims.
- Conduct cases through all litigation stages including pre‑action protocols, pleadings, disclosure, witness evidence, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
- Draft, review, and advise on legal documents including statements of case, settlement agreements, correspondence, and opinion letters.
- Handle advocacy where appropriate, or instruct counsel for hearings, trials, and complex matters.
- Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to clients, maintaining high standards of communication and client care.
- Undertake effective risk management and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations, including SRA standards.
- Contribute to business development, networking, and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Support more junior team members and collaborate with colleagues across the firm.
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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