Disputes Lawyer

Origin Legal Ltd; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

10-20% bonus

Hybrid working options

Professional development support

Career progression

Job summary

Origin Legal Ltd., a prestigious law firm in Essex, is seeking experienced Disputes Lawyers to manage various litigation cases. Candidates should have at least two years PQE, with roles focusing on commercial and civil litigation.

Offering a competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working post-probation and support for career development, this position is perfect for those valuing a personable culture and quality client service.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience managing a disputes caseload.
• Commitment to client service and communication.
• Ability to work within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad commercial litigation caseload.
• Handle civil litigation matters, including residential property disputes.
• Ensure excellent client service and clear communication.

Skills

Client service skills

Communication skills

Disputes caseload management

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Are you a Disputes Lawyer with at least 2 years PQE, looking for a friendly, well-established law firm with a strong local reputation and a steady flow of quality work?

Our client (30 minutes from Liverpool Street) are a long established, prestigious Legal 500 rated law firm in the heart of Essex, with around 100 people and an annual turnover of £7m.

The Role

We are looking for two disputes Lawyers, one to handle a broad commercial litigation caseload, including: shareholder/director/partnership claims. Commercial contracts/breach of warranty/business sale disputes and Commercial property litigation.

The second to handle more of a civil litigation caseload, including residential property litigation, debt, consumer, negligence and contested probate.

About You

• Have solid experience managing your own disputes caseload
• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least two years solid PQE.
• Take pride in delivering excellent client service and clear communication
• Enjoy working as part of a supportive team where quality matters more than volume

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package that includes a bonus of 10-20% or fees over three times salary.
• Hybrid working options (after probation)
• Long-standing local client base and strong referral network
• Genuine career progression and professional development support

If you’re looking for a firm that combines professional standards with a personable culture and where your contribution will be valued, we’d love to hear from you.