Dispute Resolution Senior Solicitor

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Auchentibber; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Solicitor or Associate to join their Dispute Resolution & Litigation team. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years PQE and strong advocacy and client management skills. Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload, representing clients in various courts, and mentoring trainees. The position offers a competitive salary, generous vacation, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Hybrid working options

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2–5 years PQE in dispute resolution and litigation.
• Strong advocacy and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy and varied caseload, maintaining strong client relationships.
• Appear in Sheriff Courts across Scotland and assist counsel in higher courts.
• Supervise and mentor trainees.
• Stay up to date with legal developments and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Support business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Client management skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Senior Solicitor / Associate – Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Location: Edinburgh
Experience: 2–5 years PQE
Contract: Permanent, full-time (flexible hours considered)

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Solicitor or Associate to join a leading Dispute Resolution & Litigation team in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload with a focus on commercial and property disputes, as well as inheritance and estate matters. You will gain exposure to Sheriff Court, Land Court, and Court of Session actions, alongside inquiry and tribunal work.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a busy and varied caseload, maintaining strong client relationships.
• Appear in Sheriff Courts across Scotland and assist counsel in higher courts.
• Supervise and mentor trainees.
• Stay up to date with legal developments and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Support business development initiatives.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
• Hybrid working options.
• Career development and progression opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

• 2–5 years PQE in dispute resolution and litigation.
• Strong advocacy and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply
Please contact Jill Cowan at Lusona Consultancy on 07931 811 330 or email [e-mail] to find out more!

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