Dispute Resolution Solicitor - Exeter / East Devon

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is delighted to present an opportunity for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor based in Exeter or East Devon. The role offers a broad range of contentious matters and a supportive team environment with senior guidance.

You will handle civil and commercial disputes with strong client contact, manage deadlines and develop your own specialisms while benefiting from flexible and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Experience handling a range of civil or commercial litigation matters.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• Confidence managing your own caseload and deadlines.
• The ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of commercial and civil disputes.
• Provide advice to clients and manage expectations.
• Develop specialist expertise with support from senior lawyers.
• Maintain relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Collaborate within a regional firm with a people-first culture.

Skills

Civil litigation

Commercial litigation

Analytical skills

Communication

Client care

Caseload management

Relationship building

Job description

Dispute Resolution Solicitor - Exeter / East Devon

New opening with a well-established multi-office regional law firm with a strong reputation across the West Country. Known for its regional roots and loyal client base, the firm advises individuals, businesses and organisations across a broad range of legal matters and has built an excellent reputation for both the quality of its work and its people-first approach.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor with around 3+ years' PQEto join their busy and growing team handling a broad range of contentious matters.

The firm is flexible on office location, with the successful candidate able to be based in Exeter or one of its East Devon offices, making this an attractive opportunity for those seeking quality work alongside greater flexibility.

This is a varied role offering plenty of client contact, responsibility and the opportunity to work on high-quality disputes from the outset. You'll join a supportive team that encourages lawyers to develop their own specialisms while benefiting from the experience and guidance of senior colleagues.

The work is diverse and may include:

• Commercial and contractual disputes
• Property and landlord & tenant disputes
• Professional negligence claims
• Debt recovery matters
• Contentious probate and inheritance disputes
• Partnership and shareholder disputes
• General civil litigation matters
• Alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and settlement negotiations

Candidate Requirements

We are keen to speak with Solicitors who have experience in dispute resolution and are looking to further develop their career within a respected regional practice.

You will ideally have:

• Experience handling a range of civil or commercial litigation matters
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client care abilities
• Confidence managing your own caseload and deadlines
• The ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues

Candidates with experience in specific dispute resolution disciplines are encouraged to apply, and support will be provided for those looking to further develop specialist expertise.

Why Join?

• Join a respected West Country firm with a strong regional reputation
• Enjoy a broad and varied caseload across different areas of dispute resolution
• Work closely with experienced and approachable partners
• High levels of autonomy and client contact
• Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Supportive, friendly and collaborative culture
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Ongoing investment in training and professional development

This is an excellent opportunity for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor looking for high-quality work, a supportive team environment and a long-term career path within a successful regional firm.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

(e) [e-mail]

*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.*