Insolvency Litigation/Director Services Lawyer 3pqe+

THE FIRM

A thriving City law firm.

THE ROLE

A unique opportunity to work on high-value, complex cases involving HNWIs, SMEs, and private individuals.

You'll be at the forefront of defending directors in insolvency claims, disqualification proceedings, and other strategic legal challenges.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing environment, enjoys solving real-world problems, and wants to grow within a firm that values initiative, commercial acumen, and technical excellence.

The firm offers hybrid working arrangements and an excellent benefits package.

ABOUT YOU

A lawyer 3pqe + to senior level you will be experienced in commercial and insolvency litigation, especially defending directors and individuals.

You will be skilled in handling director disqualification claims, personal insolvency matters, and shareholder disputes.

A commercially minded confident communicator, you will enjoy direct client interaction, be tech savvy and open to using modern tools like AI, SEO, and digital marketing to enhance legal services.

YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• Hands on experience with Director Disqualification proceedings, including section 17 CDDA applications.
• Strong knowledge of personal and corporate insolvency procedures.
• Litigation expertise: drafting witness statements, interim applications, disclosure, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Experience with freezing orders, misfeasance claims, TUVs, s 423 actions, and fiduciary duty defenses.
• Familiarity with shareholder disputes, unfair prejudice petitions, winding up applications, and an understanding of alternative fee arrangements (CFAs, DBAs, ATE insurance, etc.).

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.