Commercial Litigation Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm based in Bath seeks a qualified solicitor with experience in managing complex commercial disputes. The role involves overseeing a diverse caseload, working collaboratively within teams, and contributing to business development. The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and a good work-life balance, alongside competitive benefits and flexibility in working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus structure

At least 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Life assurance policy

Discounted legal services

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a background in regional or national law firms.
• Able to handle own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Personable team player with motivation for career success.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of commercial disputes, including negligence and contract matters.
• Attend court hearings and support business development.
• Prepare documents and liaise with barristers and experts.

Skills

Commercial disputes management

Team collaboration

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified solicitor or equivalent

Job description

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Top 100 Law firm | Award winning | Legal 500 | Regional | Complex rewarding high value work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage your own caseload (with the correct supervision) of commercial disputes such as professional negligence claims, breach of contract matters, warranty disputes, and issues arising out of corporate acquisitions. The team regularly advises on shareholder and director disputes, as well as claims involving misrepresentation and other business-related disagreements. Acting for a wide range of clients, including SMEs, business owners, and professional services firms
• Working closely with colleagues across commercial, corporate, and property teams on crossover matters
• Preparing for and attending court hearings, mediations, or arbitrations
• Liaising with barristers, experts, and other professionals
• Supporting business development through networking, content, or client relationships
• Keeping accurate time records and ensuring good file management

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Qualified solicitor or equivalent
• Background of working in other regional, national or leading law firms on complex disputes
• Able to handle your own caseload from inception to completion with minimal to no supervision
• Personable, friendly and a team player attitude with motivation to drive the department and your own career to success.

IN RETURN

• Bonus structure
• Career development – tailored to you.
• At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week
• Life assurance policy
• Additional enhanced leave.
• Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance.
• Discounted legal services
• Loads more!

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk