Civil and Commercial Disputes Solicitor

Origin Legal; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Essex is seeking a Civil and Commercial Disputes Solicitor to manage a varied caseload, including contested probate matters. The ideal candidate will have 1–6 years PQE in civil and commercial dispute resolution and strong litigation skills. This role offers competitive compensation, clear career progression, and a supportive team culture with flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear career progression

Supportive team culture

Exposure to high-value, varied dispute work

Flexible/hybrid working options

Qualifications

• 1–6 years PQE in civil and commercial dispute resolution.
• Strong litigation experience and knowledge of CPR.
• Confident managing files independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil and commercial disputes.
• Advise clients from instruction through to resolution.
• Draft pleadings and settlement agreements.

Skills

Strong litigation experience and knowledge of CPR

Excellent drafting and client-handling skills

Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Education

1–6 years PQE in civil and commercial dispute resolution

Job description

Join a long-established regional law firm with a strong local presence and exciting plans to expand. With around 70 fee earners, the firm is well-regarded in civil and commercial disputes. As a Civil and Commercial Disputes Solicitor, you will manage a varied caseload, including contested probate matters, while working in a supportive, collaborative team, with excellent opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil and commercial disputes, including contract disputes, property matters, debt recovery, professional negligence, and contested probate
• Advise clients from instruction through to resolution, including ADR and litigation
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and settlement agreements
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver effective client solutions
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

Requirements

• 1–6 years PQE in civil and commercial dispute resolution
• Strong litigation experience and knowledge of CPR
• Confident managing files independently
• Excellent drafting and client-handling skills
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear career progression
• Supportive team culture
• Exposure to high-value, varied dispute work
• Flexible/hybrid working options

Application

If you would like to be considered, we would love to hear from you.