Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-practice regional firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor with 5+ years of PQE. The role involves managing a varied caseload in commercial disputes and provides clear progression opportunities. Candidates should demonstrate strong client-facing skills and a motivation to develop within the firm. This position offers a hybrid working model and various perks including parking permits and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Parking permits

Pension scheme

EAP

Flexible working

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in relevant areas.
• Ability to independently manage a varied caseload.
• Experience in litigation, mediation, and arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent and varied caseload of commercial disputes.
• Advise clients on commercial litigation strategies and risks.
• Conduct mediations and arbitrations, providing practical advice.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Client relationship management

Dispute resolution

Legal documentation

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Dispute Resolution Solicitor 5+ PQE
Salary: ~ £65K
Hours: full time.
Location: Bristol, hybrid 3 days in the office once settled/ after probation
Job Reference: SR78

Overview

An award-winning, multi-practice regional firm is seeking an experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our collaborative and professional team. We offer clear progression opportunities and work with a loyal client base, including high-net-worth individuals, on a broad range of complex and high-value commercial, construction, property, contractual, and professional disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent and varied caseload of commercial disputes, including construction disputes with adjudications and commercial landlord and tenant matters, with minimal supervision.
• Advise clients on commercial litigation, including JVA disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, providing practical guidance on strategy, risks, and resolution options.
• Handle property litigation, including disputes concerning easements, restrictive covenants, injunctive proceedings, boundary disputes, adverse possession, and property damage claims, as well as residential possession claims.
• Act for clients in contentious trusts and probate disputes.
• Conduct mediations and arbitrations, providing strategic and commercially focused advice.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and other professionals to ensure smooth case progression and effective outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years post-qualification experience in commercial, construction, property, contractual, and professional disputes.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience in litigation, mediation, and arbitration, including drafting pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to provide practical and commercial advice and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Motivated to progress and develop within a regional award-winning firm.
• Comfortable engaging in business development initiatives and professional networking when required.

In Return

• Parking permits, pension scheme, EAP, flexible working, hybrid.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)