Civil Litigation Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive - Bridport

Chadwick Nott; Bridport; Hybrid; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Supportive working culture

Career progression opportunities

Generous holiday allowance

Zusammenfassung

A regional law firm in Bridport seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 5 years PQE. Specializing in contested probate, property disputes, and boundary issues, the role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options. Join a collaborative culture with opportunities for career progression and generous benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years' PQE in civil litigation.
• Strong knowledge of contested probate and property disputes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

Aufgaben

• Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters.
• Advising clients on contentious matters.
• Handling files independently from instruction to resolution.

Kenntnisse

Contested probate

Property litigation

Boundary disputes

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Client care

Ausbildung

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Civil Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Bridport - 5+ years PQE

Location: Bridport (Hybrid working available)

Job Type: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000

Chadwick Nott are pleased to be assisting a well-established regional law firm in their search for an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their Bridport office. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigator with strong expertise in contested probate, property litigation, and boundary disputes to take on a varied caseload and contribute to a growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters with a focus on contested probate, property disputes, and boundary issues
• Advising clients with clarity and professionalism across a range of contentious matters
• Handling files independently from instruction to resolution
• Building strong relationships with clients, counsel, and third parties
• Contributing to business development and supporting the wider litigation team
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm standards

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Minimum 5 years' PQE in civil litigation
• Extensive experience in contested probate is essential
• Strong knowledge of property litigation and boundary disputes
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Strong client care and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £45,000 to £60,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working options available
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Opportunities for career progression
• Generous holiday allowance and benefits package

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

[e-mail]
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
Olivia Reed | LinkedIn

Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

*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.*