Dispute Resolution / Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ Years’ PQE)

MD LAW (YORKSHIRE) LLP; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Ongoing training

Job summary

MD Law (Yorkshire) LLP in Sheffield is seeking a Dispute Resolution/Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join our commercial litigation team. You will manage a varied caseload and advise a diverse client base on contracts, disputes, and regulatory matters.

This role offers a supportive, collaborative environment with genuine responsibility from day one, opportunities for business development, hybrid working, and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ PQE in dispute resolution/commercial litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical approach to resolving disputes.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious matters.
• Advising clients on disputes including contracts, shareholder and partnership issues, debt recovery, and professional negligence.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and settlements.
• Representing clients through litigation, mediation and other dispute resolution methods.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and courts to progress matters.
• Working efficiently to meet court deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Building client relationships and contributing to business development.

Skills

Dispute resolution

Commercial litigation

Client care

Negotiation

Case management

Job description

Dispute Resolution / Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ Years’ PQE)

Looking for your next challenge in commercial litigation?

At MD Law, we’re growing our Dispute Resolution Team and are looking for a talented Solicitor with at least two years’ PQE to join us.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied and high-quality caseload, advising a diverse range of clients while developing your career in a supportive, collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with experienced colleagues, take on genuine responsibility from day one, and play an active role in the continued growth of our litigation practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious matters.
• Advising clients on a broad range of disputes, including breach of contract, shareholder and partnership disputes, debt recovery, professional negligence, property disputes and general commercial litigation.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and settlement agreements.
• Representing clients throughout the litigation process, including mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts, the courts and other professional advisers.
• Managing matters efficiently in line with court deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development activities.

What We’re Looking For

• Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in dispute resolution/commercial litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge and a practical, commercial approach to resolving disputes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and client care skills.
• Ability to manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, professional and collaborative approach.

Why Join MD Law?

At MD Law, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can develop your career while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• 33 days’ annual leave
• Flexible bank holidays, giving you greater control over when you take time off
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Optional private healthcare
• Ongoing training, mentoring and clear opportunities for career progression
• A friendly, approachable team where your contribution is recognised and valued

If you’re looking to take the next step in your career with a firm that invests in its people and offers high-quality work in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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