Litigation Solicitor - Commercial & Property Disputes

Magpie Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in East London is seeking a Litigation Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload of disputes. You will provide strategic advice and ensure successful resolution of cases while contributing to the firm's high client service standards. The position offers a competitive salary and clear career progression in a supportive team environment. This is a permanent, office-based role suitable for those looking to grow their legal career.

Benefits

Full structured training

Ongoing professional development

Clear opportunities for career progression

Performance-based incentives

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in litigation, specifically in complex disputes.
• Ability to independently manage cases from initiation to closure.
• Proactive and strategic problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of contentious legal matters.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients.
• Draft and manage key litigation documents.

Skills

Proven background in complex or high-value disputes

Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

Strong skills in building and maintaining client relationships

Experience with Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines

Job description

Litigation Solicitor - Commercial & Property Disputes

Location: East London
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000
Office Based Role

Our client, an expanding law practice with a national presence, is seeking a Litigation Solicitor. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your legal career in East London, managing a varied and challenging caseload while growing within a supportive organisation.

Position Overview

In this role, you will manage a varied caseload of contentious matters. You will provide commercially focused advice, guiding clients from initial instruction through to resolution. Your work will directly contribute to the success of the litigation department and help maintain the practice's high standards of client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of contentious legal matters.
• Provide strategic and commercially focused advice to clients.
• Draft, review, and manage key litigation documents.
• Liaise effectively with clients, courts, and counsel.
• Handle cases from initial instruction through to resolution.

Requirements

• Proven background in complex or high-value disputes.
• Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
• Ability to manage cases independently from start to finish.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Experience with Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
• A proactive and strategic approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Full structured training and ongoing professional development.
• Clear and defined opportunities for career progression.
• Exposure to high-value legal services and B2B clients.
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• You will join a supportive and energetic team environment. The practice is focused on ambition and collaboration, offering a great place to develop your career.

How to Apply

If you are looking to advance your career and have the skills for this role, we would like to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to (url removed)