Litigation Lawyer - 5PQE+

• Location: Bristol with hybrid working options
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: Competitive (Please specify the range)

Join our clients Dispute Resolution department at a dynamic and forward-looking firm, where we are committed to your development, success, and work-life balance. We are seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer to handle a varied caseload and potentially specialise in areas such as commercial litigation, property litigation, and more.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of the Director and Head of the Dispute Resolution department and other senior team members.
• Handle a diverse range of disputes including commercial litigation, property litigation, contentious trusts, probate, and construction disputes.
• Opportunity to specialise and grow specific areas of practice.
• Work predominantly from our Bristol office with flexibility for remote work and working from other offices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Solicitors/Legal Executives with approximately 5 or more years PQE or equivalent experience (including case handling as a paralegal in dispute resolution pre-qualification).
• Significant knowledge and experience in litigation within the County Courts and/or the High Court.
• Experience in handling disputes in areas such as commercial landlord and tenant disputes, commercial litigation, disputes concerning easements/restrictive covenants, residential possession claims, contentious trusts and probate disputes, and construction disputes.
• Strong networking and client relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet client expectations.
• Enthusiasm for taking an active role in the development of our Dispute Resolution Department.

Benefits:

• Career & Professional Development:
  • Opportunities for progression, support for CPD, training courses, and funding for professional memberships.
• Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle:
  • Hybrid working, enhanced annual leave, company pension, free annual flu jabs, mental health support, and more.
• Culture & Extras:
  • Regular social events, firm-wide away days, staff discounts on legal services, and supportive, inclusive culture.

To apply for the Litigation Lawyer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.