Solicitor - litigation

Job Description

About Us & The Role

We are seeking an experienced construction litigation lawyer to join Criterion Capital, bringing 15+ years of expertise to managing residential, commercial, hospitality, and construction litigation matters. The ideal candidate should have significant contentious experience and be prepared to be hands on.



Key Responsibilities

* Oversee case management, strategy, and compliance across all legal areas.
* Review, negotiate and approve legal documents, contracts, and court filings.
* Supervise possession proceedings, money claims, and settlement agreements.
* Ensure proper drafting and issuance of court documents (claim forms, defences, witness statements).
* Manage tenancy disputes, guarantor checks, and debt collection.
* Oversee contract disputes, lease agreements, and lender negotiations.
* Handle Section 146 Notices, contract drafting, and external legal coordination.
* Develop dispute resolution and risk mitigation strategies.
* Manage JCT contract reviews, subcontractor agreements, and payless notices.
* Supervise litigation strategy, court hearings, settlements, and negotiations.
* Ensure compliance with HMRC, Companies House, ICO, and corporate policies.
* Oversee company legal matters, including intellectual property and regulations.