Litigation Solicitor

Commercial & Property Litigation Solicitor

Brighton & Hove – Sussex

Are you a seasoned litigation professional ready to take the next step in your legal career? A vibrant and forward-thinking law firm in Brighton and Hove is seeking a Commercial and Property Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its dynamic Dispute Resolution team.

This opportunity is ideal for a Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years PQE, looking to manage a varied and stimulating caseload while contributing to the growth of a respected legal practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, shareholder/director conflicts and professional negligence claims
• Manage property litigation cases such as lease renewals, dilapidations, rent arrears, forfeiture, boundary disputes and landlord & tenant issues
• Advise clients on litigation strategy, risk management and settlement options
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations and court proceedings
• Support business development and maintain strong client relationships
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development
• Assist the Partnership in expanding the commercial litigation offering in the Brighton and Hove area

Your Profile

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in both commercial and property litigation
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills
• Proactive, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality legal services

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 35-hour working week for a healthy work-life balance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Pension scheme
• Health and well-being programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme

Key duties

• Handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, director/shareholder issues and professional negligence claims
• Managing property litigation cases, such as lease renewals, dilapidations, rent arrears, forfeiture, boundary disputes and landlord & tenant issues
• Advising clients on litigation strategy, risk and settlement options
• Conducting negotiations, mediations and court proceedings
• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships
• Mentoring junior team members where required
• Assisting the Partnership in building the commercial litigation offering in the Brighton and Hove area

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Pension
• Health and well-being scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme

How to Apply

• Online: Apply with your updated CV via the provided link
• Contact: For immediate consideration, contact Robert Rowland at G2 Legal

We look forward to hearing from you.

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