Disputes Lawyer – Chelmsford

Origin Legal; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading law firm in Essex is seeking an experienced Disputes Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join their Chelmsford office. This role involves handling complex disputes, providing strategic advice to clients, and managing cases from instruction to resolution. The firm offers a supportive culture, competitive salary, and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will possess strong legal and communication skills, be proactive, and aspire to contribute to the firm's growth.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with 5+ PQE.
• Proactive and team-focused personality.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Advising on commercial and contractual disputes.
• Managing litigation from pre-action to trial.
• Building lasting client relationships.
• Mentoring junior team members.
• Providing pragmatic, commercial advice on risks, strategy and likely outcomes.
• Building lasting client relationships and generating new opportunities.
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting their development.
• Contributing to business development and networking initiatives.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Excellent communication

Client care

Commercial awareness

Caseload management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

The Firm
Our client is a highly regarded Legal 500 firm with a strong presence in Essex. Known for delivering clear, strategic advice across a wide spectrum of disputes, the firm combines professionalism with a supportive and collaborative culture, offering an excellent platform for experienced lawyers to progress their careers.

The Role
The firm is seeking an experienced Disputes Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its Chelmsford office. This is a key role handling complex and varied contentious matters, advising clients on strategy, and taking responsibility for cases from instruction through to resolution. You will also play an active role in the continued growth and development of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on commercial and contractual disputes, debt recovery and related matters
• Managing litigation from pre-action stage through to trial
• Drafting pleadings, agreements, and correspondence
• Representing clients in mediation, arbitration and other forms of ADR
• Providing pragmatic, commercial advice on risks, strategy and likely outcomes
• Building lasting client relationships and generating new opportunities
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting their development
• Contributing to business development and networking initiatives

The Candidate

• Solicitor with 5+ PQE
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Excellent communication and client care
• Commercially minded with the ability to manage a busy caseload
• Proactive, team-focused, and able to work independently
• Keen to contribute to the firm’s growth and reputation

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• High-quality, diverse caseload and strong client base
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Clear progression opportunities within a Legal 500 firm

Apply

If you are a Disputes Solicitor with 5+ PQE seeking to take the next step in your career with a leading Essex practice, we would be pleased to hear from you.