Civil Litigation Associate

Owen White & Catlin LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate for maternity cover, starting in May. The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload and possess excellent client care skills. Responsibilities include overseeing litigation matters, providing cost estimates, and contributing to business development. This role offers competitive salary, 28 days of holiday, and private medical insurance. An opportunity for a permanent position may arise. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

28 days company holiday (plus 8 UK bank holidays)

Private Medical Insurance

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years PQE in Civil Litigation matters.
• Extensive experience in property litigation.
• Excellent client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing litigation matters from instruction to conclusion.
• Providing cost estimates to new clients.
• Opening files and progressing matters according to procedures.
• Contributing to business development activities.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years PQE in Civil Litigation matters

Extensive experience dealing with property litigation matters

Ability to establish and maintain good client relationships

Calm, confident manner to handle potentially uncomfortable conversations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proficiency in using legal case management software

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

Civil Litigation Associate (Maternity Cover)

Posted on 27 January, 2026

Location: Feltham
Job Type: Full time – 35hrs per week

The Company

Owen White Catlin LLP is an established firm of solicitors with offices in South West London, Middlesex and Surrey. We believe what makes us stand out from the rest of our peers is our commitment to quality, customer service and ensuring we recruit the best people. We take great pride in our personal service and the accessibility of our lawyers.

The Role

We are looking to recruit a high calibre Civil Litigation Solicitor with a minimum of 2 year’s PQE for Maternity Cover starting in May. The ideal candidatewill be confidentmanaging a complex caseload and have excellent client care and communication skills across all levels.

Whilst this is maternity cover position, there is an opportunity that this progresses into a permanent role.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing a range of litigation matters from initial instruction through to matter conclusion.
• Providing cost estimates to new clients.
• Opening files and progressing matters in line with the firm and SRA’s procedures.
• Contributing to business development activity and networking events on behalf of the firm.

The Candidate

As a Civil Litigation Associate it is essential you can demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2years PQE in Civil Litigation matters.
• Extensive experience dealing with property litigation matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain good client relationships, both internally and externally at all levels
• Calm, confident manner to handle potentially uncomfortable conversations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using legal case management software.

In return for your commitment, we offer you:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 28 days company holiday (plus 8 UK bank holidays)
• Private Medical Insurance
• A firm with a great reputation.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and which are reasonably within the scope of the role.