Dispute Resolution Fee Earner or Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Preston; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Preston is seeking a Dispute Resolution Fee Earner or Solicitor to join their litigation team. The role involves managing a diverse caseload, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in various dispute resolution forums. This position offers opportunities for career progression, flexible working, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Career Progression

Structured Training

Ongoing Professional Development

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible Working

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of dispute resolution and litigation matters.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documentation.
• Representing clients in alternative dispute resolution forums.

Skills

Client Care

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Legal Executive

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal Case Management Systems

Job description

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Client:

Mallory Pryce

Location:

Preston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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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