Dispute Resolution Solicitor

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

Job summary

A regional law firm seeks an experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to manage a diverse caseload of commercial disputes. Offer includes a competitive salary of £65K and a hybrid work model with flexible hours. The ideal candidate will have strong client-facing skills and a proven track record in mediation, arbitration, and litigation.

Benefits

Parking permits

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post-qualification experience in relevant disputes.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Experience in legal document drafting.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload of commercial disputes.
• Advise clients on litigation and resolution options.
• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Mediation

Arbitration

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

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.

Experience & Qualifications Required

• 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.