Civil Litigation Associate Solicitor

Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Solicitor on a maternity cover basis. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years' PQE in civil litigation and will handle various cases while providing exceptional client care. This role includes responsibilities such as managing litigation matters, providing estimates to clients, and participating in business development. There is potential for the position to become permanent.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' PQE in Civil Litigation.
• Strong experience in property litigation matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of civil litigation matters from initial instruction through to conclusion.
• Provide accurate cost estimates to new clients.
• Support business development initiatives.

Skills

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Strong verbal communication

Property litigation experience

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE in Civil Litigation

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

Civil Litigation Associate Solicitor (Maternity Cover)

Job type: Full-time (35 hours/week)

Start date: May 2026

Salary: Competitive

About the firm

A well‑established, multi‑office law firm in London is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate to join their team on a maternity cover contract. The firm is known for its commitment to high‑quality service, strong client relationships, and a supportive working culture. They pride themselves on accessibility, professionalism, and recruiting exceptional legal talent.

The role

The firm is looking for a high‑calibre Civil Litigation Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE. The successful candidate will manage a varied and complex caseload, demonstrate strong client care skills, and communicate confidently at all levels.

While this is a maternity cover position, there is potential for the role to transition into a permanent opportunity.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a broad range of civil litigation matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Providing accurate cost estimates to new clients
• Opening files and progressing matters in accordance with firm procedures and SRA requirements
• Supporting business development initiatives and attending networking events on behalf of the firm

Candidate requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE in Civil Litigation
• Strong experience in property litigation matters
• Ability to build and maintain excellent client relationships internally and externally
• Calm, confident approach when handling sensitive or challenging conversations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Experience using legal case management software

If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please apply ASAP.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*