Commercial Litigation Solicitor | 1+ PQE | Brighton, East Sussex
A leading Chambers and Legal 500-ranked firm on the Sussex coast is looking for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor ready to handle a genuinely varied caseload with early responsibility and proper supervision.
This isn't pushing paper for senior fee earners. You'll run your own matters, attend court, advise clients directly, and work across property litigation, commercial contract disputes, and contentious probate, building the technical foundation that actually makes you a litigator.
The Firm
Long-established, highly regarded, and known for handling complex, high-value disputes with a commercial, solutions-led approach. The firm advises businesses, landowners, estates, entrepreneurs, and private clients across the UK and internationally.
The work is heavyweight. The culture is not. It's collegiate, supportive, and genuinely invested in developing its people. You'll be trusted to build your skills, backed by experienced partners, strong systems, and a loyal client base built over decades.
The Work
You'll handle a broad and stimulating litigation caseload with real variety:
* Property litigation: landlord and tenant disputes, possession proceedings, dilapidations, lease disputes
* Commercial contract disputes: breach of contract, professional negligence, business disputes
* Contentious probate: will disputes, inheritance claims, executor/trustee disputes
* Court attendance, advocacy, client advisory work
* Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications
This is hands-on litigation from day one. You'll run files independently but with senior support when you need it, the balance junior litigators rarely get.
About You
* 1+ PQE in Commercial Litigation (or strong litigation experience as an NQ)
* Exposure to a broad range of contentious matters
* Confident managing your own caseload with guidance
* Strong communicator, written, verbal, client-facing
* Ambitious, keen to develop technical skills and build a practice
* Organised, detail-focused, comfortable working under pressure
What's On Offer
* High-quality litigation work within a top-ranked Dispute Resolution team
* Genuine development pathway with accessible senior lawyers
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
* Supportive, well-structured team with excellent systems
* Brighton-based role offering top-tier work without London hours or culture
If you're an ambitious litigator looking for variety, responsibility, and proper mentorship, not just file management disguised as development, this is rare.
Apply now for immediate consideration.