Litigation Lawyer

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 7 May 2026

LOCATION

South West

TYPE

Contract

LEVEL

Entry-level

SKILLS

Litigation Advocacy Court Attendance Legal Drafting Prosecution Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement Case Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Litigation Lawyer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are currently working with a local authority in the South East who are seeking a Locum Civil & Criminal Litigation Lawyer to join their legal services team on an interim basis.

Location: South West, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Type: Contract (3-6 months)
Pay: Negotiable (Competitive hourly rate)
Experience: Entry-level (NQ encouraged)

Responsibilities

Assisting with and managing a caseload of civil and criminal litigation matters
Conducting advocacy and attending court hearings where required
Supporting on prosecutions, regulatory and enforcement work
Advising internal departments on litigation-related issues
Drafting legal documents including pleadings, witness statements and notices
Liaising with counsel, courts and external parties as required
Supporting senior lawyers within the team where necessary

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive in England & Wales (NQ candidates encouraged to apply)
Interest or experience in litigation, prosecution or enforcement work
Confidence or willingness to undertake court advocacy
Strong organisational skills and willingness to learn
Ability to manage a caseload with appropriate supervision
Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Contract Details

Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
Hybrid working available
Initial 3–6 month contract with potential for extension
Flexible start date

If you are a Litigation Lawyer looking to develop your advocacy experience or take on a varied locum role within local government, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.