Commercial Litigation Solicitor
£55,000 - £65,000 + Bonus (DOE)
Harrogate (HG1), hybrid working after probation
Full Time, Permanent, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5:30pm
Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, Christmas closure, private healthcare, pension scheme, bonus, progression opportunities, charity events, hybrid working
We are recruiting for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a well-established, independent and growing law firm based in Harrogate. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an experienced litigation team, handling a broad range of dispute resolution matters, including work with high-net-worth clients and high-quality cases.
The firm offers a clear and structured progression path, with opportunities to develop your career through to Partner level.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of commercial litigation matters, providing high-quality legal advice and supporting clients through the full dispute process.
Key responsibilities and types of work include:
* Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters
* Providing clear, practical legal advice to clients
* Drafting legal documents and correspondence
* Representing clients in court where required
* Handling disputes through both litigation and ADR methods including mediation and arbitration
* Commercial disputes
* Insolvency disputes
* Partner/shareholder disputes
* Property and construction disputes
* Reputation management matters
* Sporting disputes
* Contentious trusts and probate
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships, including high-net-worth individuals
* Supporting business development activities
About You
* Qualified Solicitor with circa 3 - 5 years PQE (flexible)
* Strong experience in commercial litigation
* Good knowledge of CPR and litigation procedures
* Ability to manage a caseload independently
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* A proactive and client-focused approach
* Comfortable working to deadlines and targets
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact Beth at Unity Resourcing for more information