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Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Job Posted: 12 days ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Expire in: 16 days
Job Description
Position: Litigation Solicitor
Location: Birmingham (City Centre)
Department: Dispute Resolution / Litigation
Experience Level: 3+ PQE
The Firm
A well-established national law firm with offices across the UK is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join its expanding Birmingham team. The firm has a strong commercial focus and a reputation for high-quality work across sectors including real estate, construction, agriculture, and private wealth. The Birmingham office is a key part of the firm's strategic growth, offering an excellent platform for ambitious lawyers looking to progress their careers within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
You will work within a dynamic and collaborative dispute resolution team, managing a broad range of contentious matters. The caseload will include a mix of commercial litigation, property and construction disputes, insolvency matters, and contentious probate.
The role offers a balance of autonomy and team collaboration, providing the opportunity to develop strong client relationships while contributing to the continued growth of the Birmingham office.
Key Responsibilities
Handle a broad portfolio of litigation matters, including:
Commercial contract and shareholder disputes
Construction and engineering claims
Property and land disputes (including landlord & tenant)
Insolvency and asset recovery
Contentious probate and trust disputes#
Manage all aspects of files from initial instruction through to resolution, including pre-action, pleadings, disclosure, witness evidence, ADR, trial preparation and enforcement.
Provide pragmatic, commercially-minded advice to clients across a range of sectors.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple practice areas to deliver joined-up client service.
Support business development initiatives and help to raise the firm's profile in the West Midlands region.#
Supervise junior fee-earners and contribute to internal know-how and training sessions.
Ensure compliance with the firm's quality, risk, and financial management procedures.
Candidate Profile
Essential:
Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience in litigation or dispute resolution.
Solid track record of running your own caseload and delivering practical solutions to clients.
Excellent drafting, analytical and negotiation skills.
Commercial awareness with the ability to align legal advice to business objectives.
Strong communication and client-handling skills, with a professional and confident approach.
Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities under pressure.
Desirable:
Experience in construction disputes, insolvency litigation, or contentious probate.
Some business development experience or interest in networking and client growth.
Experience working within a multi-office or national law firm environment.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
Opportunity to join a growing Birmingham office with significant investment and progression potential.
Supportive, inclusive culture with genuine work/life balance and hybrid working flexibility.
High-quality, complex work for a varied client base.
Ongoing professional development and clear routes to career advancement.If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chatBefore You Apply
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