Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Lawfront Group Ltd; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Southampton is seeking an experienced 4-7 PQE Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to handle a variety of commercial disputes and to develop your career in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and excellent communication abilities. The firm values its employees and provides a competitive salary along with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career development

Clear progression opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 4-7 years PQE in commercial litigation, ideally gained at a well-regarded firm.
• Strong technical skills, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a wide variety of commercial disputes.
• Handling your own caseload and supporting partners on complex litigation.
• Preparing legal documents and evidence for court proceedings.
• Engaging in client relationship management and business development.
• Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues as appropriate.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor with 4-7 years PQE

Job description

As part of our strategic growth plans, we are seeking an experienced 4-7 PQE Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join our highly regarded Commercial Litigation Team, based in either our Southampton or Bournemouth office.

About Trethowans LLP

Trethowans is a leading regional law firm with a reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and outstanding client service. With offices acrossumt with a strong presences the region, we act for a wide range of clients including SMEs, large corporates, owner-managed businesses, and individuals.

Our Commercial Litigation team is recognised for its expertise in handling complex, high-value commercial disputes and for working collaboratively across the firm's practice areas to deliver the best results for our clients.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing Commercial Litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad range of contentious matters and to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a wide variety of commercial disputes, including contract claims, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence, and insolvency‑related matters.
• Handling your own caseload and supporting partners on more complex or high‑value litigation.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence, and evidence for court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution.
• Engaging in client relationship management and contributing to the development of new business opportunities.
• Ment says and supporting junior colleagues as appropriate, particularly at the Senior Associate level.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with 4‑7 years PQE in commercial litigation, ideally gained at a wellugt‑regarded firm.
• Strong technical skills, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
• A team player who values collaboration and takes pride in delivering high‑quality legal work.

Why Trethowans?

• A firm that values its people and invests in long‑term career development.
• Clear and transparent progression opportunities.
• High‑quality work and exposure to a broad client base.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture and modern working practices, including hybrid working.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.