Senior Litigation Solicitor: High-Value Disputes & Autonomy

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy from day one

Career progression

Training & development

Modern office

Job summary

Harrow-based law practice Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is seeking a Litigation Solicitor with 3–6 years PQE to join its Dispute Resolution team. This role offers ownership of a varied caseload, direct client exposure and opportunities to handle high-value commercial disputes for business owners and investors.

You will work on shareholder and contract disputes, High Court matters and provide strategic advice, while mentoring junior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• 3-6 years PQE within Commercial Litigation or Dispute Resolution
• Proven experience handling high-value and complex disputes
• Experience dealing with High Court matters
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy preparation skills
• Excellent client relationship management abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Ability to independently manage a varied caseload whilst working collaboratively within a team

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of complex and commercially significant disputes from inception to resolution
• Advise on litigation strategy, risk management and dispute resolution options
• Draft pleadings, applications, witness statements and settlement agreements
• Engage in mediation, settlement negotiations and ADR
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Support and mentor junior team members

Skills

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

3-6 years PQE

High Court experience

Drafting and advocacy

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Independent caseload management

Job description

Harrow-based law practice Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is seeking a Litigation Solicitor with 3–6 years PQE to join its Dispute Resolution team. This role offers ownership of a varied caseload, direct client exposure and opportunities to handle high-value commercial disputes for business owners and investors.

You will work on shareholder and contract disputes, High Court matters and provide strategic advice, while mentoring junior colleagues.