Head of Litigation

Head of Litigation – Gillingham

Department: Litigation / Dispute Resolution

A respected regional firm seeks an experienced Head of Litigation to lead its dispute resolution practice. This senior role combines complex casework with team leadership, strategic input and practice development.

The Role

You will manage a varied litigation caseload, deliver commercially focused advice and ensure efficient, high-quality case progression. You will also play a key role in supervising colleagues, shaping workflows and supporting departmental growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of litigation matters to a high professional standard.


• Manage cases autonomously while meeting financial and billing targets.


• Advise clearly and pragmatically, ensuring efficient and cost-effective progress.


• Demonstrate expertise in at least two areas: civil litigation, property litigation, contested probate, employment, or insolvency.


• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers, supporting development and work allocation.


• Contribute to strategic planning, service improvement and knowledge-sharing.


• Support business development, networking and relationship-building.


• Maintain strong billing discipline, financial control and compliance with risk procedures.

• Solicitor or equivalent, qualified in England & Wales.


• Ideally 10+ years’ PQE, though strong candidates with equivalent experience will be considered.


• Proven experience managing complex cases and supervising lawyers.


• Strong technical litigation skills, commercial awareness and sound judgement.


• Excellent communication, organisational ability and IT competence.


• Professional, collaborative and aligned with strong client-care standards.

• A senior leadership role within an established regional practice.


• High-quality, varied litigation work.


• A supportive, collaborative culture focused on long-term development.


• Genuine influence over practice direction and progression opportunities.

To be considered, please submit your CV via the application link or contact Robert Rowland at G2 Legal.

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