Senior Litigation Lawyer

Our client, a well-established legal company based in Limassol, is seeking to recruit a Senior Litigation Lawyer for the Limassol office. This is a rare opportunity for a legal professional with a proven track record in dispute resolution to step into a challenging role with a lot of prospects. Our client offers a dynamic, collaborative but yet friendly working environment with a defined and determinate career path, access to diverse and intellectually challenging cases, and a highly competitive remuneration package reflective of experience and responsibility. If you are ready to lead, inspire, and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth and excellence of a respected law firm, we invite you to apply.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle, oversee and manage a portfolio of complex, high-value or significant litigation cases
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials and ADR procedures
• Prepare and review pleadings and other court documents prepared by junior litigation team members to ensure quality and accuracy
• Prepare and review legal opinions
• Act as the focal point of contact, especially for key litigation clients
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients
• Train, mentor and develop junior members of the litigation team
• Allocate and oversee the distribution of litigation cases
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the Firm's litigation department
• Represent the Firm at professional and promotional events, conferences and networking activities
• Contribute to the shaping, improvement and implementation of the Firm's overall business plan and strategy, its policies and procedures

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• At least seven (7) years of post-qualification experience in contentious litigation cases and Court practice
• LLB (Bachelor of Laws) with a minimum grade of 2.1 (upper second) or equivalent
• LL.M.(Master of Laws) or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) or Legal Practice Course (LPC) will be considered an advantage
• Cyprus Bar Association License
• ADR or other professional certificates or qualifications will be considered an advantage
• Fluent knowledge of Greek and English, both written and oral
• Excellent use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Necessary knowledge, experience, abilities and skills allowing to autonomously manage and execute cases and tasks that they will be required and expected to handle in the litigation field
• Self-confidence, readiness and assurance to undertake and successfully handle any litigation cases and matters, regardless of their complexity, financial scale or significance
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules
• Wide experience in diverse contentious cases and matters
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong ability to negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) outcomes
• Take responsibility for own actions and initiatives
• Dynamic with pleasant personality
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills for clear and persuasive legal arguments
• Strong public speaking skills for presentations in court and during client meetings
• High standards of professional ethics and integrity in all dealings

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Opportunity to actively contribute to the Firm's overall growth and direction
• Highly competitive and attractive remuneration package, reflective of qualifications, expertise and experience
• Visible and achievable career path, based on performance, confidence, autonomy, leadership, contribution to Firm's development etc.
• Additional financial incentives for introducing clients to the Firm
• Contribution to Provident Fund or other Pension Fund
• Full coverage of costs for seminars and trainings required for license renewal
• Payment of annual bar association/license renewal fees by the Firm
• Early departure on Fridays: until 2:00 p.m.