Disputes Lawyer – Nortfolk

Origin Legal; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law firm in Norwich is seeking a Disputes Lawyer with 2+ years PQE to manage a diverse caseload, including property, contentious probate, and employment disputes. The firm offers a competitive salary and career development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Career development and progression

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a diverse caseload across various legal areas.
• Ability to advise on landlord-tenant disputes and employment law.
• Commercial mindset with strong client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload in disputes across different domains.
• Advise clients on property and landlord-tenant disputes.
• Handle contentious probate and trust issues.
• Provide legal support in employment law matters.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Client-focused approach

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

2+ years PQE in dispute resolution

Job description

Always Active

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Disputes Lawyer, Solicitor, or Legal Executive (2+ Years PQE) to join a long-established, modern, and forward-thinking law firm in Norwich. Representing individuals and SMEs, you will provide commercially focused legal advice. A proactive approach and sense of urgency are key.

Responsibilities

You will manage a diverse caseload across property, commercial, contentious probate, and employment disputes.

Property & Landlord-Tenant Disputes

• Advise on residential lease extensions and First-tier Tribunal representation
• Handle commercial lease renewals and forfeiture
• Assist with residential possession claims and service charge disputes
• Advise on dilapidation claims and fitness for human habitation
• Draft tenancy agreements and advise landlords

Contentious Probate & Trusts

• Challenge wills and handle inheritance claims
• Make applications to remove executors
• Handle breach of contract and misrepresentation cases
• Advise on shareholder and partnership disputes
• Manage debt recovery and enforcement of judgments
• Assist with winding-up proceedings in the High Court

Freehold Land Disputes

• Resolve boundary disputes (including agricultural land)
• Handle adverse possession and nuisance claims
• Advise on restrictive covenants and proprietary estoppel
• Assist with property sale disputes
• Advise on TOLATA claims and property sales

Employment Law

• Provide advice on employment status, disciplinary issues, redundancies, and TUPE
• Represent clients in harassment and discrimination claims
• Draft employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years PQE in dispute resolution
• Commercially minded with a client-focused approach
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload under pressure
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

What’s on Offer?

• Progressive, well-respected firm
• Career development and progression
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits

If you are a driven and commercially focused disputes lawyer, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a firm that values expertise, collaboration and client service.