Commercial Litigation Solicitor (Manchester)
The Role: Qualified Solicitor (c.2+ PQE) opportunity to join one of the largest and respected Commercial Litigation teams in Manchester. You will handle cases involving:
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Pre- and post-publication advice
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Crisis reputation management (defamation, privacy, online reviews)
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Media scrutiny and regulatory investigations
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Urgent injunctive relief
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Defamation and malicious falsehood claims
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Confidential information protection (NDAs, licensing, breach of confidence)
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Harassment and cyber security
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Data protection compliance and breach responses
Role Requirements:
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In-depth knowledge of litigation, especially in defamation, privacy, breach of confidence, UK GDPR, and harassment
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County and High Court litigation experience
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Effective time management, billing, and cost recovery
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Understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules
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Ability to refer to the Head of Department when necessary
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Legal updates and blog contributions
Desirable Skills:
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Defamation, privacy, GDPR, breach of confidence, and harassment experience
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Experience with injunctive relief and pre-publication advice
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Team player with business development skills
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Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and Media List requirements
On offer:
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Competitive salary depending on experience and PQE level
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Minimum 25 days' annual leave (increases with service) + office closure at Christmas
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Early finish one Friday a month
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Two days for charitable work annually
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Sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events
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Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
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Annual promotions process open to all staff
If you are currently working as a Commercial Litigation Solicitor and would like further information, apply online for immediate consideration