Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP is seeking a Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join their Chelmsford team. This role offers exposure to a variety of contentious civil and commercial disputes, managing a caseload while supporting senior members. With a focus on career development and work-life balance, the firm provides excellent training and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Flexible benefits based on individual needs

Ongoing training and mentoring

State-of-the-art case management system

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Dispute Resolution.
• Proactive and self-motivated with client advisory skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on contentious civil and commercial matters.
• Manage own caseload and support senior team members.
• Engage in business development.

Skills

Dispute Resolution

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Join Our Team at Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP - Dispute Resolution Solicitor Opportunity

At Fisher Jones Greenwood, our people are the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative culture across all our 7 Essex locations, and our passion to providing excellence in legal services is undeniable. We became part of the Lawfront group in 2021 and have benefitted from investment, ambition and growth ever since. Currently we"e looking for someone to join our Dispute Resolution team in Chelmsford.

So why join us?

In addition to getting the opportunity to work with exceptionally talented people who will genuinely add value to your career and exposure, you be a part of a fast-growing, well financed and invested business with huge ambition, but we have comparatively low billable targets, meaning that you definitely benefit from a well-adjusted work / life balance.

We offer a very competitive salary that will be reflective of your experience and ability, we have a range of benefits but also offer the ability to flex this based on your needs and wants. In addition, you can expect excellent ongoing training and mentoring to help you achieve your professional goals and a state-of-the-art case management system to make your work more efficient and easier to manage.

The Role

As part of an ambitious department, you will advise on various contentious civil and commercial matters, including property and construction disputes, contentious probate matters, cohabitee disputes, debt recovery, negligence-related matters, partnership, director and shareholder disputes. You will be expected to manage your own caseload; you get exposure to complex transactions at an early stage by supporting senior team members and you actively engage in business development to grow both your own and the firm network.

What about you?

You'll ideally come from a Dispute Resolution background in a well-regarded law firm, likely you'll be around 5 + years PQE - but we're definitely flexible for the right person. Importantly, you have the ability to offer advice that will achieve the best result for the client. With a proactive, self-motivated approach you have with the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.

So if you"e an experienced Solicitor looking to accelerate your career, we want to hear from you so, please click the link below and we'll be in touch.

Apply now

Please email a CV, covering letter and desired salary level

Want to know more?

To find out more or for a confidential call contact Suzanne James our Talent Acquisition Specialist on (phone number removed) or email