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How many Litigation Officer jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 8 Litigation Officer jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Litigation Officer do?

Litigation officers specialise in the resolution of disputes between individuals and/or corporations and are responsible for representing claimants or defendants before, during and after dispute hearings.

Tasks required include:

• Runs chambers on behalf of principals, develops the practice, manages the flow of work, decides which cases to accept, arranges appropriate fees and prepares financial records.
• Ensures judges have the necessary legal other documents, manages their diary and carries out other administrative duties collates information, drafts briefs and other documents.
• Attends court to assist barristers and solicitors in the presentation of a case.
• Ensures their organisation complies with relevant regulations and their organisational policies.
• Assists in all aspects of probate and common law practice.
• Draws up schedules of legal costs and advises on the allocation of legal costs and the level of legal fees.

What are the entry requirements for a Litigation Officer?

Entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades and A levels/H grades in appropriate subject areas. Off and on-the-job training is available. Membership of professional institutions will be required for some posts. Candidates must pass professional examinations and complete up to five years of practical experience.

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