Consultant Solicitor

Location: Flexible / Hybrid
Type: Consultant (Self-employed)
Practice Areas: Residential & Commercial Property, Conveyancing, Wills & Probate, Family, Employment, Corporate

About Gardner Champion Solicitors

Gardner Champion Solicitors is a long-established, SRA-regulated law firm with over 245 years of heritage serving individuals, families, and businesses across the UK. We combine traditional legal excellence with modern, client-centric innovation. We pride ourselves on quality, integrity, and personal service, holding Lexcel accreditation and membership of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) .

We are expanding our consultant solicitor team and are seeking experienced legal professionals who want greater autonomy, flexibility, and the ability to shape their own practice, supported by a leading firm.

Role Overview

As a Consultant Solicitor at Gardner Champion, you’ll work on a self-employed basis, delivering expert legal services under our SRA-regulated umbrella. You’ll benefit from our established systems, compliance infrastructure, and brand, while retaining control over your clients, caseload, and professional growth.

This role is perfect for experienced solicitors with a strong track record, entrepreneurial drive, and a passion for delivering exceptional client outcomes — all without the constraints of traditional employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice and representation across your specialist areas.
• Manage your own caseload efficiently, from client instruction through to conclusion.
• Deliver outstanding client service with clear, practical communication.
• Maintain compliance with SRA regulations, firm standards, and risk procedures.
• Use Gardner Champion’s systems and support infrastructure to progress matters effectively.
• Build and grow a client base, developing strong professional relationships.
• Collaborate positively with the wider Gardner Champion team, sharing insight and uplifting firm culture.

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a strong track record.
• Proven experience in your chosen practice area(s) — e.g., residential property & conveyancing, wills & probate, family, commercial law, employment, corporate matters.
• Excellent client relationship and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage files independently, multi-task, and prioritise effectively.
• Commercial awareness, sound judgment, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with confidence to grow your practice.

What You’ll Gain

Flexibility & Autonomy
Shape your work schedule, client mix, fees and professional focus — enjoying independence without sacrificing professional support.

Support & Infrastructure
Access professional indemnity cover, office systems, compliance support, administrative assistance, IT and case management tools — so you can focus on legal work.

Collaborative Culture
Be part of a firm that values excellence, mutual respect, and shared success, while fostering your individual ambitions.

Earning Potential
Retain a larger proportion of your fees and build towards sustainable, rewarding income as you grow your client base.

Why Gardner Champion?

Joining Gardner Champion means aligning with a brand that clients trust and solicitors respect. Our heritage, commitment to quality, and investment in modern service delivery creates an environment where expert lawyers can thrive — both professionally and commercially.

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