Service care solutions are looking for a skilled Litigation Solicitor with experience in Court of Session litigation to support a team in the Office of the Advocate General. The Litigation Division of the UK Government’s Scottish Legal Team, is seeking a temporary Litigation Solicitor to join their dynamic team.
The initial contract is for 6 months with a possible extension of 23 months . It will be based in Edinburgh with the role requiring full-time commitment, 5 days a week, 35 hours, with a hybrid working policy with some flexibility.
Closing date is: Tuesday 19th November at 10 AM
Key Responsibilities:
*Undertake a diverse range of litigation work for UK Government Departments
*Handle cases in areas such as immigration, Human Rights, constitutional law, and equality law
*Develop skills in Court of Session litigation, particularly judicial review work
*Possibly engage in cases before the Upper Tribunal
*Interact with UK Government policy, legal, and operational clients, as well as Counsel and opposing solicitors
Requirements: -
*Advocate or Solicitor admitted in Scotland and holding a valid practising certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland.
*Proven experience in litigating in the Court of Session
*Experience in representing Government or other public bodies in civil litigation
*Knowledge of immigration and administrative law, the devolution settlement, and/or human rights law
Benefits:
*Hybrid working
*Representing the Scottish Government
*This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile cases and expand your litigation experience.
If you are a dedicated Litigation Solicitor looking to make a positive impact through legal advocacy, apply now by submitting your CV to Beth Kirby via email, .uk, or via phone at . we also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 if you know someone looking for work.. Please pass on this information!