Dispute Resolution Fee Earner or Solicitor

Mallory Pryce; Bury; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading law firm as a Dispute Resolution Fee Earner or Solicitor in Bury, where you will manage a diverse caseload of contentious disputes. This role offers opportunities for career progression, flexible working, and an inclusive team culture while providing high-quality legal services to clients.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Challenging dispute work

Supportive and inclusive team culture

Flexible working options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Significant experience in dispute resolution and/or litigation law.
• Track record of managing disputes caseload with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in drafting agreements and legal documentation.

Responsibilities

• Managing varied caseload of dispute resolution and litigation matters.
• Conducting legal research, preparing case strategies and reports.
• Representing clients in mediation, arbitration, and in court when necessary.

Skills

Client care ethic

Negotiation

Advocacy

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Qualified solicitor, legal executive or fee earner

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

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Client:

Mallory Pryce

Location:

Bury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced legal professional with expertise in dispute resolution? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic, client-focused law firm with a national presence. We are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Dispute Resolution Fee Earner or Solicitor to play an integral role in our busy litigation team, working remotely and supporting a diverse portfolio of clients across a broad range of contentious matters.

Dispute Resolution Solicitor / Fee Earner Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of dispute resolution and litigation matters, including commercial disputes, contractual claims, debt recovery, landlord and tenant disputes, property litigation, and employment claims
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating settlement agreements, pleadings, witness statements, court forms, and other legal documentation
• Conducting legal research, case analysis, and preparing comprehensive case strategies and client reports
• Representing clients in alternative dispute resolution forums, including mediation, arbitration, and negotiation meetings
• Attending court hearings, instructing counsel, and progressing cases through the litigation process where necessary
• Liaising directly with clients, third parties, court staff, barristers, and other stakeholders throughout the dispute resolution process
• Ensuring all regulatory, anti-money laundering (AML), and professional compliance requirements are consistently met

Required Skills & Experience for Dispute Resolution & Litigation Law

• Qualified solicitor, legal executive or fee earner with significant experience in dispute resolution and/or litigation law
• Sound knowledge of civil procedure rules, relevant legislation, and dispute resolution best practices
• Track record of managing your own disputes caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong client care ethic and ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice
• Excellent drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Confident communicator, able to present cases persuasively both in writing and in person
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Ability to work equally well both collaboratively as part of a legal team and independently

Opportunities & Benefits in a Leading Dispute Resolution Practice

• Career progression within a reputable, nationwide law firm
• Access to high quality, diverse and challenging dispute work
• Supportive and inclusive team culture with structured training and ongoing professional development
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for flexible and fully remote working

About You

• You are passionate about helping resolve disputes efficiently and commercially
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have exceptional organisational skills
• You build strong client relationships based on trust, communication, and integrity
• You are results-driven and dedicated to maintaining the highest professional standards