A Litigator acts for the victims of accidents, disease and injury, and seeks to establish, assert and enforce their rights through negotiation, mediation or litigation.
A Litigator is a lawyer dealing with a case in a legal framework where there are rules, duties and obligations to be observed, and where all work must be to a standard appropriate to a matter which could result in a court hearing. A Litigator works under supervision, may take cases to the point of negotiated settlement, but beyond the stage of issue of proceedings is likely to be subject to close guidance from a Senior Litigator. Litigators may work on both fast track and multi track cases, with many dealing predominantly with fast track matters.
For an overview of the standard, or a more comprehensive guide, please see the guidance documents below. These documents provide guidance for both candidates and assessors.
Those who gained Litigator status through the application process can upgrade to Senior Litigator status using the new abridged form.
If you are self-authorising at all key stages of litigation (i.e. without supervision), you may wish to apply for accreditation at Senior Litigator level.
Standard - overview
Litigator Standard
Guidance notes for assessors and candidates
Short note regarding portfolio completion post GDPR
Expanded note regarding portfolio completion post GDPR