Barrister/Solicitor Advocate

8PP Barristers & Associates Ltd, recently founded by Craig Leigh—a dual-qualified barrister and solicitor—is a dedicated and streamlined advocacy and litigation service, operating as a modern alternative to the self-employed Bar. We offer a supportive, stable, and progressive environment for barristers and solicitor advocates who want the benefits of salaried employment while focusing on their advocacy and advisory strengths.

We are seeking to grow our team with experienced barristers and solicitor advocates qualified in England & Wales who are passionate about advocacy, strategic litigation, and legal analysis, and who are looking to move away from the pressures of self-employment without sacrificing variety or challenge in their practice.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Barrister or Solicitor Advocate to undertake instructions in complex civil litigation. The successful candidate will provide specialist advocacy, advisory, and drafting services primarily in:

• Financial mis-selling
• Consumer credit and banking
• Residential landlord and tenant
• Costs and civil litigation funding
• Personal injury
  

You will be expected to manage a busy paper practice as well as regularly appear in court (mainly the County Court) and contribute to the formulation of litigation strategies to be deployed by our clients

This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the security of employment while maintaining a varied and high-quality advocacy practice within a supportive team structure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing specialist advocacy services at all stages of civil litigation.
• Conducting legal research and drafting written advice, pleadings, and submissions.
• Advising clients and solicitors on the merits and strategy of cases.
• Attending and representing clients at trials, CMCs, interim applications, and conferences.
• Contributing to training and mentoring junior barristers and legal staff.
• Assisting in the continued development of the team’s litigation offering.
• Ensuring compliance with the Bar Standards Board Handbook, SRA Code of Conduct and internal policies.
  

COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge of civil litigation and the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Strong post-pupillage experience in multi-track and fast-track litigation.
• Confident courtroom advocate with experience at various court levels.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to analyse complex legal issues quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable using case management systems (Proclaim experience is desirable).
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Demonstrable organisational and time management skills.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Must be a qualified Barrister with completed pupillage or Solicitor Advocate.
• A current practising certificate is essential.
• Significant advocacy experience, especially in civil matters.
• Involvement in Part 7 claims from inception to trial.
• Proven ability to attend and conduct client conferences and draft legal documents.
• Experience with multi-track and fast-track litigation.
• Prior experience in an employed barrister role or chambers advantageous.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary (negotiable dependent on experience)
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Birthday day off
• "Me time" allowance
• Christmas shutdown
• Loyalty scheme (including Medi-Cash; BUPA eligibility based on criteria)
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Structured training and progression support
• City centre office with on-site canteen
• Excellent public transport links