Dispute Resolution Lawyer – Bournemouth – Bournemouth

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is assisting a highly regarded Legal 500 ranked firm in Bournemouth to recruit a Dispute Resolution Lawyer (Associate/Senior Associate). The role focuses on a broad range of civil and commercial disputes, including property and landlord & tenant matters, with exposure to multi-disciplinary work.

You will advise private individuals and businesses, handling complex disputes and contributing to business development within a supportive team environment. Competitive salary on offer.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years’ PQE.
• Strong background in dispute resolution and civil litigation.
• Experience of complex property disputes is highly advantageous.
• Excellent drafting, research and client relationship skills.
• Commercially aware, resilient and able to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Team oriented, with the ability to support colleagues and contribute to business development.

Responsibilities

• Property and landlord & tenant disputes.
• Commercial disputes and professional negligence claims.
• Intellectual property and trademark matters.
• Boundary disputes and contested wills/estates.
• Urgent injunctions and protective measures.

Skills

5+ years PQE

Dispute resolution

Property disputes experience

Drafting & research

Commercial awareness

Team oriented

Job description

Dispute Resolution Lawyer – Bournemouth Associate / Senior Associate

A highly regarded Legal 500 ranked firm is seeking a Dispute Resolution Lawyer to join its established team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of civil and commercial disputes, with a particular emphasis on property and landlord & tenant matters.

You’ll be advising both private individuals and businesses, helping clients avoid or resolve disputes efficiently and effectively. The team works closely with other specialist departments, giving you exposure to complex, multi disciplinary matters and the chance to broaden your expertise.

The work will include:

• Property and landlord & tenant disputes
• Commercial disputes and professional negligence claims
• Intellectual property and trademark matters
• Boundary disputes and contested wills/estates
• Urgent injunctions and protective measures

Candidate requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years’ PQE
• Strong background in dispute resolution and civil litigation
• Experience of complex property disputes is highly advantageous
• Excellent drafting, research and client relationship skills
• Commercially aware, resilient and able to manage a varied caseload independently
• Team oriented, with the ability to support colleagues and contribute to business development

What’s on offer:

You’ll join a supportive, professional team with access to high quality work from day one. Expect a competitive salary, strong career progression opportunities, and a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued and developed.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset