Litigation Lawyer

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Greater London is looking for a Litigation Solicitor with over 1 year PQE to handle a diverse range of property and commercial disputes. This role offers autonomy from day one and clear career progression within a prestigious firm recognized in the Top Tier Legal 500. You will enjoy a supportive culture with opportunities for professional development, alongside competitive salary and family-friendly benefits like 25 days leave and a performance-related bonus.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Family-friendly policies

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial litigation, particularly contractual disputes.
• Ability to prioritize and work efficiently under pressure.
• Experience with CFAs/DBAs and marketing/networking activity.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad mix of property litigation and civil/commercial disputes.
• Communicate clearly with clients and maintain high client-care standards.
• Contribute to business development and cross-department collaboration.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Excellent IT skills

Education

1+ PQE Litigation Solicitor

Job description

The Firm

This award-winning practice - Top Tier Legal 500, HNW Chambers-ranked, and named in the Times Best Law Firms - is known for its technical excellence, supportive culture and long-standing private client base. Its dispute resolution team is thriving, with growing demand across both property and commercial litigation. To support this expansion, the firm now seeks a Solicitor who wants to take a meaningful next step in their career.

The Role

You will handle a broad mix of property litigation and civil/commercial disputes for private individuals, landlords and SMEs. The work is varied and commercially focused, with plenty of client interaction and autonomy from day one.

• Manage and develop your own litigation caseload.
• Communicate clearly with clients and maintain high client-care standards.
• Stay current with legal developments in your specialist areas.
• Handle correspondence, negotiations and, where appropriate, advocacy.
• Support smooth departmental operations, including billing and supervision.
• Contribute to business development and cross-department collaboration.

Why This Role?

• Clear progression: Join a department in active growth, with real scope to step up.
• High-quality, privately funded work: A diverse caseload across property and commercial disputes.
• Prestigious platform: Build your career within a Top Tier Legal 500, Chambers-ranked, Times Best Law Firms practice.
• Supportive culture: Collegiate teams, accessible partners, and meaningful professional development.
• Autonomy with backing: Independence on files with strong senior support when needed.

The Candidate & Benefits

• You will be a 1+ PQE Litigation Solicitor
• Experience in commercial litigation, including contractual disputes.
• Strong communication skills and experience with privately paying clients.
• Ability to prioritise, work efficiently under pressure and maintain excellent written/oral standards.
• Commercial awareness, problem-solving ability and strong IT skills.
• Experience with CFAs/DBAs; prior marketing or networking activity.
• Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
• Leave: 25 days + birthday day
• Benefits: Family-friendly policies, workplace pension, performance-related bonus

Apply for immediate consideration.