Solicitor
Dispute Resolution
Stourbridge | Full Time | Permanent
Talbots Law is growing its L500 and Chambers ranked Dispute Resolution team in Leek, and we’re looking for a talented Litigation Solicitor to join us at this exciting stage of expansion.
You’ll be part of a high-performing, multidisciplinary team acting for both commercial clients and individuals on a full range of commercial and property litigation matters. The department includes administrators, paralegals, trainees, lawyers, associates and directors—bringing together strong generalist experience and specialist expertise.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, strengthen our dispute resolution offering and grow your career within a supportive, collaborative environment.
Who are Talbots Law?
An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828.
Today, we operate across 18 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses.
We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service.
At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing.
What do we offer?
* Competitive salaries with annual review.
* Annual tax-free* profit-share.
* 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards.
* Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees).
* Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
* Enhanced Company Sick Pay.
* Salary Extras benefits scheme
* Medicash Health Cash Plan.
* Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision.
* Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees).
* Salary Sacrifice schemes.
What does the job involve?
* Advising individuals and business clients on a wide range of disputes, including debt recovery, property litigation, shareholder and partnership disputes, warranty disputes, contract disputes, professional negligence claims and general commercial litigation
* Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice across both commercial and property litigation
* Managing your own caseload while working collaboratively within a large, multidisciplinary team
* Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel, Law Society Quality Scheme standards, SARs and accounting requirements
* Supporting departmental growth, contributing to business development and building local professional relationships
What do you need?
* Qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial and/or property litigation (1–3 PQE ideal, though all levels considered)
* Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules, with confidence handling applications and advocacy where appropriate
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing deadlines and competing priorities
* Proficient in MS Office, case management systems and online research tools
* Passion for delivering exceptional client service
* Interest in business development and relationship building
* Advocacy experience and/or interest in mediation accreditation (desirable)