Insolvency Litigation Lawyer

Insolvency Litigation Lawyer

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Insolvency Litigation LawyerLocation: Glasgow/ Edinburgh 
Practice Area: Insolvency & Dispute Resolution
Position Type: Full-time / Permanent (Hybrid working available)Role Profile:Highly successful and innovative Scottish law firm are seeking to hire an Insolvency Litigation Lawyer to join their growing Edinburgh office.The successful candidate will work on a wide range of contentious insolvency matters, advising insolvency practitioners, companies, directors, creditors, and other stakeholders in complex and high-value disputes.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-regarded disputes team with exposure to high-quality work, significant client contact, and strong prospects for career development.Responsibilities:Advising on contentious insolvency matters, including liquidations, administrations, and bankruptcies.Acting in litigation relating to wrongful trading, misfeasance, breach of fiduciary duty, and director disqualification.Pursuing and defending claims for preferences, gratuitous alienations, transactions at undervalue, and challenges to antecedent transactions.Acting for insolvency practitioners in asset recovery and enforcement actions.Advising creditors and directors on risk, strategy, and dispute resolution.Managing cases in the Sheriff Court, Court of Session, and other relevant forums.Drafting pleadings, court documents, and legal opinions.Working closely with colleagues across restructuring, banking, and corporate teams.Contributing to business development, client relationships, and thought leadership.Candidate Requirements:Qualified solicitor in Scotland (or dual-qualified with relevant Scottish litigation experience).Circa 2-6 years PQE. Strong background in litigation or dispute resolution- experience of insolvency litigation would be an advantage but not essential.Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.Ability to manage a varied caseload and work to deadlinesStrong client-facing and communication skills.On Offer:On offer is a the chance to work on high-quality and varied insolvency litigation work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.A competitive salary and benefits package including bonus and pension. Clear progression and career development opportunities. xrnqpay Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.How to Apply:For a confidential discussion about this position, to request the full job description please contact: David Thomson- DirectorEdinburgh:   Glasgow:     Aberdeen:   London:     +44 (0)  2 Dublin:      Mobile:      +44 (0)  775 380 9223Email:       
Edinburgh, Scotland

Wednesday 30 September 2026

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