Litigation Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is seeking a Litigation Solicitor to join their established team in Eastbourne. This role offers the chance to handle a mix of commercial, civil, and property disputes, with significant client interaction and autonomy.

The ideal candidate will have around 2+ years of experience and be comfortable taking ownership of their work. The firm is committed to investing in its people and offers a friendly culture along with clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Litigation Solicitor from NQ upwards, ideally with around 2+ years PQE.
• Experience in handling a broad mix of commercial, civil and property disputes.
• Confident in client communications and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad mix of commercial, civil and property disputes.
• Engage in strategy contribution and build client relationships.
• Manage matters from early-stage advice to court proceedings.

Skills

Problem solving

Experience in commercial litigation

Experience in civil litigation

Experience in property litigation

Client communication

Commercial awareness

Education

NQ+ qualification in law

Job description

Litigation Solicitor | Eastbourne | NQ+

This is not a filler role. It is a chance to step into an established litigation team where the work is flowing, the clients are loyal and you are trusted to make an impact from the outset.

This award-winning East Sussex firm is strengthening its dispute resolution team and has deep roots along the South Coast and a strong reputation for clear advice, practical solutions and a genuinely client-focused approach.

The Role

You will join a supportive and experienced litigation team handling a broad mix of commercial, civil and property disputes. Matters range from early-stage advice through to County Court and High Court proceedings, with regular client contact and increasing autonomy as you develop.

You will be encouraged to take ownership of your work, contribute to strategy and build long-term client relationships, with senior support readily available.

About You

This role is open to Litigation Solicitors from NQ upwards, ideally around 2+ years' PQE, though strong junior candidates will be considered.

You will be:

• Interested in disputes and problem solving
• Experience in commercial litigation, civil litigation or property litigation
• Confident communicating with clients
• Commercially aware and proactive
• Comfortable working independently within a close-knit team

Why This Firm

You will be joining a growing, well-respected practice that invests in its people, offers real progression and maintains a friendly, down-to-earth culture. The work is varied, the support is genuine and the opportunity to build a long-term litigation career is real.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch for a confidential discussion.