Disputes & Litigation Lawyer

CRA Legal; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Barnsley seeks a Disputes & Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their collaborative team. You will manage a diverse caseload involving civil litigation and contentious probate, working alongside experienced colleagues. The firm values a supportive environment and provides competitive compensation along with various benefits, including hybrid working and a performance-related bonus scheme. Ideal candidates will have strong empathetic communication skills and a passion for legal solutions.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Performance-related bonus scheme

Hybrid working options

Pension scheme

Free or discounted parking

Qualifications

• Handling cases from initial instruction through to resolution.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, and witness statements.
• Engaging with clients, needing a professional and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Work on estate and inheritance disputes.
• Undertake legal research and manage litigation strategy.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and courts.

Skills

Civil litigation

Contentious probate

Empathetic client communication

Education

Junior Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Job Title

Disputes & Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Location

Central Barnsley

Contract

Full Time, Permanent

Salary

£35,000 to £50,000 (DOE)

Overview

Our client is a long‑established and highly regarded law firm with strong roots in the local community and a respected presence across South and West Yorkshire. With multiple offices across the region, the firm is known for delivering practical, high‑quality legal advice while fostering a genuinely supportive and inclusive working environment.

The firm prides itself on its approachable and collaborative culture, where teamwork is encouraged, egos are left at the door and individuals are supported at every stage of their careers. The Disputes & Litigation team forms a core part of the firm’s practice, advising on a broad range of civil and commercial disputes, including contentious probate and inheritance disputes.

Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join the firm’s Disputes & Litigation team. The role offers exposure to a varied and interesting caseload, covering general civil litigation matters alongside a growing volume of contentious probate and inheritance‑related disputes.

You will be involved in handling cases from initial instruction through to resolution, working closely with experienced colleagues and partners. Matters may include estate and inheritance disputes, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, will validity challenges, trust disputes, debt recovery, contractual disputes and other civil litigation matters.

The role will involve drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and court applications, undertaking legal research, reviewing case law and assisting with litigation strategy. You will also support file management, preparation of courtీల bundles and ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines.

You will have विपक्ष and direct contact with clients, requiring a professional, clear and empathetic approach, particularly in sensitive contentious probate matters. The role also involves liaising with counsel, experts and the courts, attending client meetings, and providing timely updates on case progress, with appropriate supervision and mentoring.

Key Details

The successful candidate will join a friendly, collaborative and supportive firm offering a genuinely positive working environment. This position is based in the firm’s Barnsley office, with access to support and knowledge‑sharing across the wider South and West Yorkshire team.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, additional holiday over the Christmas period, and a performance‑related bonus scheme (10% on billings above three times salary). Hybrid working, a pension scheme, and free or discounted parking are also available. Strong emphasis is placed on training, wellbeing and long‑term career development.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Disputes & Litigation opportunity, please submit your application using the link provided. For a confidential discussion about the role, you are welcome to contact Rhys Spencer on 0114 241 8030, who is managing this recruitment process.