Dispute Resolution Solicitor (Upto 6 PQE)

Themis Recruit; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Leicester seeks a Dispute Resolution Solicitor with up to 6 years of PQE. This role involves providing high-quality legal advice in various litigation matters, managing client cases, and promoting client care. Competitive salary and growth opportunities available.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Leave

Flexible Working / Hybrid Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Complimentary Will

Funding of professional subscriptions

Employee discounts on legal services

Qualifications

• PQE up to 6 years in dispute resolution is required.
• Experience in contentious litigation matters is essential.
• Strong advocacy skills on behalf of clients needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support within the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Department.
• Manage cases and represent clients throughout all phases of litigation.
• Draft court documents and collaborate with the team to handle client inquiries.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Client Care

Relationship Management

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25.06.2025

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09.08.2025

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Job Description
Overall Purpose:
To provide high-quality legal advice and support within the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Department, contributing to the ongoing development of both the department and the firm.
Job Features:

• Time Management: Plan and organize daily activities effectively.
  

• Decision-Making: Conduct day-to-day activities aligned with departmental goals.
  

• Relationship Management: Promote the business through external networking and foster relationships with contacts.
  

• Client Care: Uphold the highest level of client care in line with the firm’s Client Charter.
  

• Problem Solving: Encourage participation in the development of improved operating practices.
  

• Financial Management: Achieve operating targets for fee earning.
  

• Marketing: Engage in marketing initiatives, including writing articles, presenting at seminars, and participating in video content.
  

• Safeguarding: Identify and protect vulnerable clients.
  

• Compliance: Report any issues promptly to the Head of Department, manage complaints effectively, and ensure adherence to SRA requirements and CPD obligations.
  

Requirements

Deliver high-quality, timely, and professional advice on a diverse range of litigation matters, including contentious probate, TOLATA, property disputes, commercial/company disputes, insolvency, professional negligence, and debt claims. Manage cases ranging from Small Claims to Multi-Track and conduct site visits and external meetings as necessary.

Represent clients (both claimants and defendants) throughout all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing disclosure, and overseeing trial, settlement, and appeal processes.

Undertake advocacy on behalf of clients at preliminary and possession hearings, utilizing in-person, telephone, or video-link formats.

Draft court documents, witness statements, pleadings, and court forms in accordance with CPR, prepare cost schedules/Form H budgets, and compile court and mediation bundles.

Instruct and liaise with external counsel when required.

Collaborate with the Litigation & Dispute Resolution team to manage client inquiries via email, telephone, and in-person, following the firm’s new inquiries policy. Develop a personal caseload through referrals and marketing efforts.

Assist colleagues with their files as needed.

Effectively manage the financial aspects of client files, ensuring compliance with company procedures.

Meet and exceed performance targets, including billing, time recording, and caseload management, while maintaining confidentiality of all company and client information.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Line Manager.

Conduct regular file reviews and audits, ensuring compliance and quality standards.

Benefits

• Salary at or above market rate reviewed annually
  
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Christmas closure days and loyalty holidays
  
• Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
  
• Day off for your Birthday
  
• Long Service Awards – additional Annual Leave and 10 Year Club Membership
  
• Life Assurance
  
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Leave
  
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
  
• Flexible Working / Hybrid Working
  
• Employee Assistance Programme with access to virtual doctors’ appointments
  
• Company Sick Pay
  
• Complimentary Will
  
• CSR – annual paid day’s leave to volunteer for a charity
  
• Employee discounts on our legal services
  
• Employee Introduction Bonus scheme
  
• Funding of professional subscriptions and training
  
• Financial Education
  
• Enhanced Eye Care
  

Requirements
Deliver high-quality, timely, and professional advice on a diverse range of litigation matters, including contentious probate, TOLATA, property disputes, commercial/company disputes, insolvency, professional negligence, and debt claims. Manage cases ranging from Small Claims to Multi-Track and conduct site visits and external meetings as necessary. Represent clients (both claimants and defendants) throughout all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing disclosure, and overseeing trial, settlement, and appeal processes. Undertake advocacy on behalf of clients at preliminary and possession hearings, utilizing in-person, telephone, or video-link formats. Draft court documents, witness statements, pleadings, and court forms in accordance with CPR, prepare cost schedules/Form H budgets, and compile court and mediation bundles. Instruct and liaise with external counsel when required. Collaborate with the Litigation & Dispute Resolution team to manage client inquiries via email, telephone, and in-person, following the firm’s new inquiries policy. Develop a personal caseload through referrals and marketing efforts. Assist colleagues with their files as needed. Effectively manage the financial aspects of client files, ensuring compliance with company procedures. Meet and exceed performance targets, including billing, time recording, and caseload management, while maintaining confidentiality of all company and client information. Perform other duties as assigned by the Line Manager. Conduct regular file reviews and audits, ensuring compliance and quality standards.