Senior Associate- Dispute Resolution

Thomson Legal; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Glasgow is looking for a Senior Associate to join their Commercial Litigation team. The role includes managing various cases, court appearances, and mentoring junior solicitors. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in commercial litigation and client communication. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for a hybrid work model along with excellent career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven background in commercial litigation/dispute resolution.
• Experience of advocacy in the Sheriff Court and/or First Tier Tribunal preferred.
• Ambitious and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse caseload including commercial contract disputes and real estate disputes.
• Participate in Sheriff court appearances and alternative dispute resolution actions.
• Provide training and support to trainees and junior solicitors.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Client communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

Excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation/Dispute Resolution Lawyer at Senior Associate level to join a Legal 500 ranked law firm. This role is based in Glasgow with hybrid-working on offer.

Role Profile:

Working as part of a highly successful dispute resolution team and advising on and managing a diverse caseload including:

• Commercial contract disputes,
• Real estate disputes,
• Landlord and tenant cases,
• Professional negligence claims.

The role will also involve Sheriff court appearances, raising and defending alternative dispute resolution actions including First Tier Tribunal and Arbitrations, and providing training and support to trainees and junior solicitors.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven background in commercial litigation/dispute resolution.
• Ambitious and client-focused.
• Experience of advocacy in the Sheriff Court and/or First Tier Tribunal (preferred).
• Strong client communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.

On Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working, and excellent career progression opportunities.

To Apply:

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Thomson, Director

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]