Salary guide
Civil Litigation Specialist
- Average salary
- £35,000 – £70,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
LegalDispute Resolution
- Civil litigation is a major area of UK legal practice
Other names this job is known by
- Litigation Executive
- Dispute Resolution Specialist
Key responsibilities
- Manage civil litigation cases from start to finish
- Advise clients on legal options
- Draft and file court documents
- Conduct discovery and evidence gathering
Skills and qualifications required
- Law degree or legal qualification
- Experience in litigation support or paralegal roles
- Case management and research skills
- Communication and negotiation skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Specialist
- Litigation Manager
- Partner
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study law
- Gain experience in litigation support or paralegal roles
- Progress to specialist or solicitor positions with further training
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