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Reed- UNLIMITED

Civil Litigation, Private Client Solicitor

Reed- UNLIMITED, Madison, Wisconsin, United States,


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About AtalawEstablished in 2015, located in Barnet, we are a small practice with one principal solicitor and one paralegal. We are friendly, supportive, and hardworking. We deal with Civil Litigation, Landlord and Tenant matters, Drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorneys, and Commercial Leases.

Your RoleWe are seeking a skilled Private Client Solicitor to start a Private Client department and assist our reputable Civil Litigation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a Private Client Department and will play a crucial role in advising clients on a range of Private Client and Civil litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Private client cases including Wills, Probate, LPA's, and Trusts

Preparation of deeds

Preparation of Wills and LPA's

Provide advice on inheritance tax planning

Administer estates, including dealing with both taxable and non-taxable estates

Managing a mixed case-load of Civil litigation and Commercial lease matters, which include:

Breach of contract

Debt recovery

Lease Assignments

Disrepair

Evictions

Leasehold Disputes

Draft and review legal documents accurately and efficiently

Represent clients in negotiations and court proceedings when necessary

Maintain strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service

Keep abreast of changes in legislation and regulations

Meeting financial and billing targets

Undertaking own typing and administration

Undertaking legal research

Undertaking financial due diligence by ensuring billing ledgers are up to date

Providing clients with a dedicated and professional service in line with the firm’s client care standards

Undertaking relevant training as required

Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics

The Successful ApplicantA successful Private Client/ Litigation Solicitor:

Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' experience in Private Client and Civil Litigation

Proven experience of handling complex private client cases independently

Membership of STEP or SFE is desirable but not essential

An ability to manage a diverse case-load and meet deadlines

A proactive case management approach

Attention to detail and strong organisational skills

Strong research and analytical skills

Excellent communication and social skills

Ability to explain legal matters clearly to clients

Knowledge of legal software (Clio) and Microsoft Office suite

The ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business

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