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Role overview

Litigation lawyers play an essential role in a company's legal department. This job, which is crucial to the management of legal affairs, involves representing and defending the company in litigation. They are legal experts responsible for monitoring, managing and recovering litigation files.

As a Litigation Lawyer, you will be responsible for implementing the company's internal legal policy on litigation, in accordance with general management and the law in force. This role is vital in the management of the company's legal affairs, particularly in debt recovery.

 

Alternative Job Titles

  • Corporate lawyer
  • Head of Legal Affairs
  • General Counsel
  • Business Lawyer

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Main Responsibilities

In the job of Litigation Lawyer, the individual is responsible for understanding and anticipating the company's litigation needs. They assess the legal risks of a new policy or procedure before it is implemented and are responsible for debt recovery.

He or she is also responsible for managing litigation files, preparing legal actions, monitoring proceedings and recovering debts. They work closely with the company's lawyers and other legal experts.

As a legal expert, the Litigation Lawyer offers sound advice on optimising the legal tools for debt collection and litigation management. They also train employees in new legal procedures and regulations.

Competencies & Skills

 

  • Legal expertise: a proven ability to manage litigation effectively is essential for the position of Litigation Lawyer.
  • Knowledge of company law: an in-depth knowledge of the laws and regulations applicable to companies is necessary for the job of Litigation Lawyer, including contract law, employment law, company law and tax regulations.
  • Ability to analyse and solve legal problems: the ability to identify legal problems, analyse their causes, develop effective solutions and implement them is an essential asset for this position.
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Education & Training

  • For this position, a background in law is often required. A Master's degree in Business Law or a Master's degree in Corporate Law (Bac +5) are generally recommended. Professional experience as a lawyer or in-house lawyer is also an advantage.

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