Litigation Solicitor

Litigation Solicitor - Stoke-on-Trent

An established and forward-thinking law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor with experience in commercial litigation and civil dispute resolution who is looking to manage a varied caseload while contributing to the continued expansion of a successful department.

The successful candidate will advise a broad range of clients on complex and high-value disputes along with playing an active role in business development, building professional relationships and supporting the firm's long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

The Litigation Solicitor will be responsible for managing a broad range of contentious matters, including:

• Commercial disputes, including shareholder, partnership and director disputes.
• Commercial and residential property litigation.
• Contractual disputes and breach of contract claims.
• Professional negligence matters.
• Debt recovery and enforcement proceedings.
• Insolvency-related disputes.
• Defamation claims.
• Restrictive covenant and post-termination disputes.
• Managing County Court and High Court litigation from initial instruction through to resolution.
• Representing clients during negotiations, mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Advising clients on litigation strategy, legal risk and costs throughout the lifecycle of a matter.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through the delivery of commercially focused legal advice.
• Developing new business opportunities through networking, marketing initiatives and professional referrals.
• Contributing to the mentoring and development of colleagues and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and exceptional client care.

About you

The ideal Litigation Solicitor will possess:

• Experience managing a varied caseload of commercial and civil litigation matters.
• Strong technical knowledge of dispute resolution and litigation procedures.
• Experience handling County Court and High Court proceedings, including advocacy where appropriate.
• A commercial approach to legal problem-solving and client advice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A proactive attitude towards business development and networking.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Benefits

The successful Litigation Solicitor will receive a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional development and work-life balance. Benefits include 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable), a company pension scheme, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Programme and an employee referral bonus. The firm also offers hybrid working, with home office equipment provided where required, as well as access to a dedicated training academy to support ongoing learning, career progression and professional development within a supportive and collaborative environment.

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