The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
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Senior Claims Litigation Manager (Large Corporate)
3-5 years in roleSkills to master
- Managing a significant portfolio of claims, leading a team of specialists, managing outside counsel relationships, reporting to senior legal leadership.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully managed a complex multi-party litigation from start to finish.
- Consistently met or exceeded budget targets for legal spend.
- Received strong feedback on leadership and team development from direct reports and peers.
- Demonstrated ability to influence business units on risk mitigation strategies.
- 2
Head of Litigation (Mid-Sized Law Firm)
5-7 years in roleSkills to master
- Leading a litigation practice group, managing client relationships, business development, strategic case management for high-value clients, P&L responsibility for the practice.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully grew a litigation practice or client portfolio.
- Recognised as a leading expert in a specific area of litigation.
- Proven ability to manage complex cases and achieve favourable client outcomes.
- Strong track record of mentoring and developing junior lawyers.